COSTA RICA
Costa Rica: Online Gaming Authorization
Launch an online gaming operation in Costa Rica with a practical, compliance-first setup. We support company formation, authorization workflow, core policy documentation, and operational onboarding for international founders.
Jurisdiction snapshot
Costa Rica is commonly selected for online gaming structures that prioritize speed, operational flexibility, and straightforward corporate setup.
Authorization-first model
Practical route centered on corporate setup + gaming authorization workflow support.
Payments-ready positioning
Base package includes an EMI account support component for launch-oriented operations.
Lean structuring profile
Often evaluated for efficient setup profile, low minimum capital threshold, and local-profit tax framing.
Engagement options
We show your reference base package publicly and scope expanded builds privately based on platform complexity.
- Company incorporation support
- Notarization of company documents
- Online Gaming/Gambling authorization workflow
- Account with EMI
- Basic AML policies
- Legal opinion + rental agreement support
- Everything in Package A
- Enhanced AML/control framework depth
- Operational workflow mapping for scale
- Partner/banking onboarding coordination support
- Post-launch compliance cadence planning
Ongoing maintenance profile
Typical monthly maintenance reference for this structure: €980 / month.
Included in monthly maintenance
- Registered office
- Resident agent
- Annual statement (UBO)
- Statement of inactive companies
- Annual payment of corporation tax
- Compliance assistance
Structuring notes (as shown on current page)
- Income tax: 10% only on local profits
- Minimum share capital: USD 20
- Final treatment depends on business model and professional advice
Implementation timeline
A practical sequence used for most Costa Rica online gaming engagements.
Scope mapping
Confirm platform model, operational footprint, and setup requirements for authorization readiness.
Company formation & document prep
Complete incorporation, notarization workflow, and core legal documentation package.
Authorization & compliance stack
Execute gaming authorization workflow and implement baseline AML/compliance policies.
Launch readiness
Finalize EMI/account operations setup track, internal controls, and go-live handover steps.
FAQ
Quick answers for teams evaluating Costa Rica online gaming setup.
Is this a standard “license” or an authorization route?
This page is structured around the Costa Rica gaming/gambling authorization route and related setup services.
Does the base package include a payment component?
Yes — the base scope includes an EMI account support component, as shown in your current service package.
Can non-resident founders use this pathway?
Many projects are structured for international founders, subject to final model and documentation requirements.
Why is expanded pricing private?
Advanced builds vary by platform complexity, operational design, and post-launch compliance depth.
Ready to launch in Costa Rica?
Send your platform scope and target markets — we’ll return a private roadmap with next-step options.
