Freedom Score

Netherlands to Costa Rica: tax & freedom compared

How does Costa Rica score against Netherlands? The Freedom Score weighs six dimensions, built on primary government sources.

Net per month€4,013
Per year vs. Netherlands+€7,030

Foreign income 0% (territorial) · Residence from USD 1,000/month · Latin America's most stable democracy

Tax

81/100

Residency

87/100

Cost of living

86/100

Living environment

60/100

Mobility

99/100

Ownership

85/100

Compared by dimension

On an average Netherlands income of €54,000 gross per year, you keep €48,152 net in Costa Rica: a difference of €7,030 per year compared with Netherlands.

  • Tax: on this income Costa Rica lands at an effective rate of about 11%, against 24% in Netherlands.
  • Passport and mobility: from Costa Rica you travel visa-free to 148 countries.
  • Residency: on our accessibility scale Costa Rica scores 87 out of 100 for obtaining residency.
  • Living environment: banking, internet, safety and healthcare together give Costa Rica a living-environment score of 60 out of 100.

Frequently asked questions

How much do I save by moving from Netherlands to Costa Rica?
On an average Netherlands income it differs by roughly €7,030 net per year. Your own figure depends on your income and situation; calculate it with the free freedom check.
Is this tax advice?
No. Libaros compares on the basis of primary government sources and provides information. For personal decisions, consult a qualified adviser.
What sources is this based on?
The Freedom Score uses the OECD Tax Database, IATA Timatic, the Henley Visa Index and Eurostat, with direct links to primary government sources.
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Figures from primary government sources. Information, not advice.

Sources

OECD Tax Database · IATA Timatic · Henley Visa Index · Eurostat