Buy A Shelf Company in Costa Rica
Costa Rica Ready Made Company includes
Costa Rica Company Registration Process
Procedure to acquire a ready made company
Your chosen directors and shareholders of the new company sign official documents that allow us to make them the directors of your ready made company. We transfer the company into your power and it is ready to trade immediately.
Changing the company name of the Ready Made Company
We can also file a company name change the same day.
Appointing the new Directors
To appoint the directors of your new company you will need to sign official forms that state this. This can also be done through giving us a power of attorney to do this on your behalf.
We will be removed as directors of the company and it will be transferred over to you. You then receive the Certificate of Incorporation , Memorandum and Articles of Association of the company and the Company secretarial Forms.
Established Ready Made Shelf Companies, sometimes called old shelf or established companies, are dormant / inactive companies that were incorporated in the previous years but have never been active.
FAQs
What are the advantages of a Costa Rica ready-made company?
A Costa Rica ready-made (shelf) company allows you to start doing business quickly using a pre-registered, clean legal entity. Key advantages include:
Immediate availability and transfer (within 1–3 days).
No trading or debt history.
Favorable tax environment, especially for offshore operations.
High level of confidentiality for shareholders and directors.
Avoids the time and paperwork of new incorporation.
Ideal for holding assets, investments, or regional expansion.
What are the most common types of company formation in Costa Rica?
The two most common types of companies in Costa Rica are:
S.A. (Sociedad Anónima):
The most popular structure, used for both domestic and international business operations. Shareholders’ identities are private, and shares can be easily transferred.
SRL (Sociedad de Responsabilidad Limitada): Similar to an LLC, typically used for smaller businesses. More restrictions on share transfers and fewer formalities.
Both structures offer limited liability, and 100% foreign ownership is allowed.
How much share capital is required to form a company in Costa Rica?
Costa Rica does not impose a legally fixed minimum share capital, but companies typically register with a nominal capital, such as CRC 10,000 (approx. $20 USD).
For shelf companies, the capital is already in place and can be adjusted after the transfer, if needed.
What are the key features of a Costa Rican company?
Limited liability for all shareholders.
No restrictions on foreign ownership.
Can be managed remotely or through a local agent.
Tax obligations only apply to local-sourced income.
Shelf companies are registered and ready for immediate transfer.
Nominee director/shareholder services available for privacy.
Basic maintenance and annual declaration required.
What other types of company formation are available in Costa Rica?
Aside from S.A. and SRL, Costa Rica also offers:
Branch Offices: For foreign companies expanding locally.
Cooperatives and Non-Profit Associations: For charitable or collective efforts.
Partnerships (Sociedades en Nombre Colectivo): Less commonly used, with partners having unlimited liability.
However, S.A. and SRL remain the most efficient and flexible choices for both local entrepreneurs and foreign investors.
Seamless Entry into the Costa Rica Business Market
Get a pre-registered Costa Rica shelf company today, fast, compliant, and ready to trade.