Expand Your Business in Costa Rica with Expert Recruitment Solutions

Recruiting in Costa Rica can be overwhelming. We simplify the process, making it easier, more predictable, and stress-free. Let us help you tap into Costa Rica's top talent and grow your business with confidence.
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Why Choose Costa Rica for Your Next Hire?

Costa Rica offers a unique blend of opportunities for business expansion, but navigating local regulations and labor markets can be challenging. Lundi's expertise can help you succeed in this market.

Languages

Spanish

Payroll Frequency

Monthly, Bi-Monthly, Weekly

Currency

CRC

Capital City

San José

Employer Tax Rate

26.50%

Recruitment Agency Costs in Costa Rica

In Costa Rica, professional recruitment agency fees range from 22-27% of the first-year annual base salary of a recruited employee. Recruitment agencies also require an upfront retainer and payment in advance installments of the agency fee based on milestones such as start of recruitment, presentation of candidates, and scheduling interviews with a candidate shortlist.

We know this might sound overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be. A solution like Lundi eliminates the barriers for you. With Lundi, you can recruit talent across 70+ countries, easily managing recruitment—all in one, easy-to-use platform. Get an overview of what you need to know when hiring in Costa Rica below.

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Employer Tax Costs in Costa Rica

In Costa Rica, an employer’s social contributions total 26.5% and include contributions for health and maternity, basic pension, Banco Popular employer fee, family assignations, social aid, INA, contributions from Banco Popular employer, labor capitalization fund, complementary pension fund, and the National Insurance Institute (INS).

Employee Income Taxes in Costa Rica

Employees in Costa Rica pay between 0% and 25% in taxes depending on their income bracket. Employees also pay social security contributions of 10.5%.

Employee Probation in Costa Rica

The probationary period in Costa Rica is three months.

Employee Overtime in Costa Rica

Employees in Costa Rica work 48 hours per week.Any work over 48 hours in a week is considered overtime, and is paid at 150% regular wages. On holidays or weekly rest days, that amount is doubled. Overtime work cannot exceed four hours per day.

Employee Notice in Costa Rica

Notice periods in Costa Rica depend on the length of employment. The breakdown is as follows:

  • Less than three months: No notice required
  • Three to six months: One week notice
  • Six months to one year: Two weeks notice
  • More than one year: One month notice

During the notice period, the employee is entitled to take one paid day off per week to find a new position.

Termination in Costa Rica

Employees in Costa Rica dismissed without just cause are entitled to severance pay. The amount of this depends on their length of employment:Three to six months: Seven days of paySix months to one year: 14 days of payOne year: 19.5 days of payTwo years: 20 days of payThree years: 20.5 days of payFour years: 21 days of payFive years: 21.24 days of paySix years: 21.5 days of paySeven to nine years: 22 days of pay10 years: 21.5 days of pay11 years: 21 days of pay12 years: 20.5 days of pay13 years and over: 20 days of payEmployees fired with just cause are paid only their acquired vacation days and Christmas bonus portion earned that year.

How to Recruit in Costa Rica

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A Lundi Global Talent Consultant will work with you to understand your goals, needs, and team dynamics.
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Interview Hand-Selected Candidates

Within days, we’ll introduce you to the right talent for your team. The average time to match is one week.
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Work with your new team member for a trial period (pay Lundi only if satisfied), ensuring they're the right fit.
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Why Companies Choose Lundi

Exceptional Talent Unavailable Anywhere Else

  • Not actively applying to jobs
  • Not available on freelancer marketplaces
  • Ready for full-time positions

We uncover the hidden gems of the global talent market. Looking for something specific? Let's see if we can help.

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Where is Lundi available?

Lundi is a flexible and scalable global talent solution that can fit into your requirements wherever you are in the world. View our coverage.

How do I open an account?

Register your interest by booking a call. During the meeting, we'll help you determine if Lundi is right for your business and how we might be able to help you with your hiring goals.

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Our Vetting Process

  • Tailored

    Lundi takes the time to understand the candidate’s skills, experiences, and goals so that they can be matched to the right job.
  • Fair and Accurate

    Rather than relying on a single question or metric, Lundi takes into account the candidate’s overall history, expertise, and motivation.
  • Inclusive

    Our candidate screening process is designed to be inclusive and equitable, ensuring that all candidates have an equal opportunity to pursue their career goals.

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