Costa Rica65.61
Overall rating
Open country profileCosta Rica vs. Portugal: Country Comparison
Portugal leads the overall rating with 74.93 points, ahead of Costa Rica with 65.61 points. The largest measurable differences stand out especially in Double Taxation Agreements and Heating & Gas Cost.
Costa Rica
Portugal74.93
Overall rating
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Health Insurance for Foreigners
Residence Permit Ease
Digital Nomad Visa
Visa Processing Time
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
English Proficiency
City Rent per Square Meter
Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Top Personal Income Tax Rate (%)
Homicide Rate
Petty Crime Index
Healthcare Quality
Biggest Differences
Portugal scores clearly better than Costa Rica on Double Taxation Agreements.
Costa Rica scores clearly better than Portugal on Heating & Gas Cost.
Costa Rica scores clearly better than Portugal on Cash Payment Limit.
Portugal scores clearly better than Costa Rica on Sanitation.
Portugal scores clearly better than Costa Rica on Water Price per Liter in Supermarket.
Portugal scores clearly better than Costa Rica on Unemployment Benefit Duration (months).
Portugal scores clearly better than Costa Rica on Milk Price per Liter.
Costa Rica scores clearly better than Portugal on Territorial Tax System.
Categories Compared
Costa Rica
64 points
🛡️ Safety & Risk
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Portugal
77 points
| Topic | Costa Rica | Portugal | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crime & Personal Safety | 56 | 76 | Portugal |
| Conflicts & Political Security | 77 | 93 | Portugal |
| Natural Hazards & Disasters | 51 | 56 | Portugal |
| Digital Freedom & Surveillance | 74 | 86 | Portugal |
| Legal Protection & Property | 61 | 70 | Portugal |
| Long-Term Stability & Resilience | 65 | 74 | Portugal |
Costa Rica
67 points
❤️ Health
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Portugal
81 points
| Topic | Costa Rica | Portugal | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Access | 69 | 78 | Portugal |
| Environmental Health | 59 | 85 | Portugal |
| Health Risks & Public Health | 74 | 80 | Portugal |
Costa Rica
66 points
💸 Finance & Taxes
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Portugal
66 points
| Topic | Costa Rica | Portugal | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Taxes | 69 | 45 | Costa Rica |
| Investment & Capital Access | 69 | 76 | Portugal |
| Banking & Fintech | 68 | 71 | Portugal |
| Bitcoin & Crypto | 52 | 73 | Portugal |
| Real Estate & Property | 78 | 68 | Costa Rica |
| Entrepreneurship & Business | 45 | 63 | Portugal |
| Macroeconomics | 74 | 73 | Costa Rica |
| Wages & Purchasing Power | 65 | 63 | Costa Rica |
Costa Rica
63 points
🏠 Costs
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Portugal
60 points
| Topic | Costa Rica | Portugal | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | 64 | 43 | Costa Rica |
| Food & Basic Goods | 15 | 42 | Portugal |
| Dining & Going Out | 75 | 72 | Costa Rica |
| Mobility Costs | 75 | 58 | Costa Rica |
| Communication & Digital Costs | 75 | 80 | Portugal |
| Personal Services | 76 | 68 | Costa Rica |
Costa Rica
56 points
🏗️ Infrastructure
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Portugal
75 points
| Topic | Costa Rica | Portugal | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infrastructure & Logistics | 42 | 68 | Portugal |
| Roads & Traffic Infrastructure | 43 | 68 | Portugal |
| Electricity & Energy | 94 | 83 | Costa Rica |
| Internet & Connectivity | 51 | 85 | Portugal |
| Public Transport | 48 | 67 | Portugal |
Costa Rica
63 points
🌿 Lifestyle
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Portugal
71 points
| Topic | Costa Rica | Portugal | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-Life Balance | 55 | 64 | Portugal |
| Climate & Weather | 79 | 80 | Portugal |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | 81 | 63 | Costa Rica |
| Leisure & Recreation | 67 | 77 | Portugal |
| Arts & Entertainment | 49 | 74 | Portugal |
| Food & Culinary Culture | 52 | 79 | Portugal |
| Family-Friendly | 57 | 68 | Portugal |
| Pet-Friendly | 65 | 67 | Portugal |
Costa Rica
72 points
✈️ Relocation & Residency
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Portugal
84 points
| Topic | Costa Rica | Portugal | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residency & Bureaucracy | 73 | 84 | Portugal |
| Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom | 74 | 85 | Portugal |
| Remote Work & Freelancing | 71 | 86 | Portugal |
| Work & Self-Employment Abroad | 74 | 87 | Portugal |
| Permanent Residency & Family | 76 | 86 | Portugal |
| Language & Integration | 60 | 69 | Portugal |
| Welcome Culture & Anti-Discrimination | 81 | 88 | Portugal |
| Everyday Life for Foreigners | 70 | 85 | Portugal |
Costa Rica
72 points
🏖️ Travel & Vacation
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Portugal
84 points
| Topic | Costa Rica | Portugal | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Stay Quality | 66 | 90 | Portugal |
| Tourism Infrastructure | 68 | 89 | Portugal |
| Attractions & Activities | 70 | 85 | Portugal |
| Beaches, Nature & Relaxation | 86 | 87 | Portugal |
| Vacation Costs | 74 | 69 | Costa Rica |
| Season & Travel Comfort | 76 | 87 | Portugal |
Costa Rica
71 points
🌐 Society & Participation
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Portugal
81 points
| Topic | Costa Rica | Portugal | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society & Freedom | 80 | 83 | Portugal |
| Education & Knowledge | 76 | 80 | Portugal |
| Social System & Social Cohesion | 59 | 81 | Portugal |
| Equality & Anti-Discrimination | 71 | 85 | Portugal |
| LGBTQ+ Friendliness | 80 | 91 | Portugal |
| Inclusion & Accessibility | 66 | 87 | Portugal |
| Religion & Worldviews | 67 | 73 | Portugal |
| Demography | 60 | 52 | Costa Rica |