About Costa Rica

The national flag of Costa Rica is based on a design created in 1848 and consists of two blue stripes, two white stripes, and a central red stripe which is twice as wide as each of the other four.

Country Name: Costa Rica
Region: Central America
Capital: San José
Official Language: Spanish
Currency: Costa Rican colón (CRC)
Population: (update to current data)
Time Zone: Central Standard Time (CST)
Major Cities: San José, Limón, Alajuela, Heredia, Puntarenas

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Trade Overview:

Costa Rica’s economy is known for its strong agriculture sector, but its industries also include electronics and medical devices. The country’s main exports are bananas, coffee, sugar, and medical instruments.

Major Imports: Refined petroleum, cars, packaged medicaments, broadcasting equipment, computers

Major Exports: Medical instruments, tropical fruits, orthopedic appliances, coffee, bananas


Import/Export Regulations:

While Costa Rica has a liberal trade policy, certain goods may require specific permits or licenses.


Trade Agreements:

Costa Rica has several Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), including with the United States, Canada, China, and the European Union.


Business Culture:

Costa Rican business culture values relationships and trust. It is common to start meetings with small talk, and punctuality can be flexible.


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