Costa Rica vs. Peru

Comparing the Digital Nomad Visa (Rentista) against the Digital Nomad Visa (Waitlist/Tourist) to identify the optimal tax and residency strategy for 2026.

Costa Rica

Digital Nomad Visa (Rentista)

Peru

Digital Nomad Visa (Waitlist/Tourist)

Tax Delta

Difference in flat tax rates

Income Gap

$3,000

Monthly requirement delta

Residency Speed

1-2 months

Avg. approval for Costa Rica

Sovereign ROI Calculator

Calculate your net savings based on 2026 tax frameworks.

Annual Gross Income

Costa Rica Net 0% Tax

Peru Net 0% Tax

Sovereign Arbitrage (Annual)

Savings by choosing Country X over Country Y

1 Costa Rica Program

Visa Name: Digital Nomad Visa (Rentista)

Tax Regime: Territorial — foreign income exempt

Tax Duration: Indefinite

Min. Income: $3,000/mo

Visa Duration: 1 year, renewable once

Requirements Checklist

✓ Proof of remote employment
✓ Minimum $3,000/month income
✓ Health insurance
✓ Clean criminal record

2 Peru Program

Visa Name: Digital Nomad Visa (Waitlist/Tourist)

Tax Regime: 0% for non-residents stay under 183 days

Tax Duration: Duration of stay

Min. Income: $0/mo

Visa Duration: 90-183 days tourist

Requirements Checklist

✓ Valid passport
✓ Return ticket
✓ Proof of funds

2026 Strategic Outlook

"Choosing between Costa Rica and Peru in 2026 isn't just about the tax rate—it's about long-term residency options. While Costa Rica offers 0% tax on foreign income, Peru provides a more robust path to World-class gastronomy."

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Sovereign Mobility Expert

Global Tax Advisory Board