Healthcare

Costa Rica is one of the world’s top travel destinations, and for good reason—rainforests, volcanoes, beaches, adventure activities, and abundant wildlife. But even in a safe, modern country like Costa Rica, unexpected events can interrupt your trip. Travel insurance provides peace of mind, protects your budget, and ensures you can access quality private healthcare if something goes wrong. Why...

Expat Health Tips – Caja vs. Private Care in Costa Rica For most expats, healthcare is a make-or-break factor when deciding to relocate. Costa Rica’s two-tier system—public Caja Costarricense de Seguro Social (CCSS) and a robust private network—lets you choose the level of speed, language access, and cost that fits your lifestyle. This guide explains how each system works, what it costs, and...

Ask any New Yorker why they’re considering Costa Rica and you’ll hear three themes: safety, lifestyle, and healthcare. Costa Rica is renowned for its high life expectancy, thanks in large part to its universal healthcare system and a national focus on prevention.