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Current Accounts in Costa Rica

Current Accounts in Costa Rica can normally be opened by residents of Costa Rica. Proof of residency is normally asked for depending on the local banks. For instance, Banco de Costa Rica only permits residents of Costa Rica to open current accounts. Non residents can check out Banco Nacional as customers without residency may have this option.

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Premier International Account

Premier International Account in Costa Rica

£2,500, €2,500, $3,500 Debit card, cheque book (Sterling accounts only) £/$/€
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New customers who open a Sterling account can earn 1% AER interest for the first 3 months of account opening if a balance of between £10,000 and £24,999 is maintained. No monthly fee charged if minimum monthly balance of £2,500/€2,500/$3,500 is maintained.

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HSBC International

HSBC International in Costa Rica

£5,000,$10,000,€10,000 Cash Card, Cheque Book, Debit Card £/$/€
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Flexible international current account for day-to-day banking in sterling, US dollars and euro, with debit card /chequebook

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BNP Paribas Personal Investors

BNP Paribas Personal Investors in Costa Rica

EUR 50,000 International debit and credit card, deferred debit cards available 26 currencies: euro, US dollar, pound sterling, Swiss franc, Singapore dollar, Hong Kong dollar, etc.
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Day-to-day cash management in different currencies around the world.
As an expatriate you benefit from our preferential fee structure “Expat Investors”:

  • No transfer fees for bank transactions
  • Reimbursement of transfer fees charged by your bank
  • Reduced foreign exchange fees
  • 50 % discount on the annual account management fees
  • 50% discount on the annual fees for an international bank card (Visa, Mastercard)
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Additional Product Relationship Manager Account

Additional Product Relationship Manager Account in Costa Rica

£50,000 or currency equivalent Debit and credit cards (£), deferred debit cards available £/$/€
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Dedicated Relationship Manager taking care of your banking needs including; Currency exchange services, Introduction to tax services, Free financial review, International mortgage advice for property purchases in the UK, Jersey, Guernsey, Isle of Man and Gibraltar, Advice from international investment experts.

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Guides & Articles for Current Accounts in Costa Rica

Cost of Living in Costa Rica

Contracts on a yearly basis usually have an increase of 15% per year if the charge is in colones. A three year-lease contract to be paid in dollars prohibits the landlord to raise the rent. A security deposit or "deposito" is made, and will be returned when you leave the place in good condition. Read More >

Jobs in Costa Rica

In Costa Rica, the maximum hours of work depend on the type of working days, which is classified in two types - normal working days (or Jornadas Ordinarias Normale) and special working days (or Jornadas Especiales o de Excepcion) that can be broken into day or night shifts. Read More >

Working in Costa Rica

Aside from white collar positions in multinational companies, English-teaching jobs also abound and pay very well in this country. There are other industries recruiting, including software development, pharmaceuticals, food processing, clothing, construction materials and textile. Landing any of these jobs may require an extra dose of persistence, however, as competition can be high. Read More >
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