Transparent fees
Before any procedure begins you receive a written scope, timeline, and cost estimate. Notarial fees in Costa Rica are regulated by tariff; professional services are agreed in writing.
Written estimate first
Know the range before signing anything.
Notarial under tariff
Notarial fees in CR are regulated by law.
No hidden fees
Stamps, taxes, and registry duties are itemized separately.
Notarial Services
Subject to state-regulated notarial tariff| Service | Fee basis |
|---|---|
| Real estate purchase deed | Notarial tariff on transaction value |
| Mortgage creation | Notarial tariff on loan amount |
| Signature authentication | Per-page fee |
| "Generalísimo" / general / special power of attorney | Tariff by power type |
| Protocolization of minutes or private document | Tariff per value / unit |
| Company formation (S.A. / S.R.L.) | Tariff on capital + stamps |
In addition to fees, notarial acts carry stamps and registry duties (National Registry, notarial archive, fiscal/agrarian/municipal stamps, etc.) that depend on the act.
Family Law
Professional fees, agreed in writing| Service | Fee basis |
|---|---|
| Initial orientative consultation | Free · 30 to 45 minutes |
| Consensual divorce with settlement agreement | Agreed flat fee in writing |
| Contested divorce | Phased plan or agreed flat fee |
| Child support (setting / modification) | Flat fee or per-stage |
| Judicial estate proceeding | Agreed at start, by complexity |
| Notarial extra-judicial estate proceeding | Notarial tariff + complementary services |
Before starting any proceeding we deliver a written work plan with the scope, timelines, and estimated fees. No surprises.
Corporate Law
Professional fees, agreed in writing| Service | Fee basis |
|---|---|
| S.A. or S.R.L. formation (basic package) | Agreed flat fee |
| Amendment of constitutive deed | Flat fee per amendment |
| Commercial contract review / drafting | Per project or professional hour |
| Annual RTBF declaration | Agreed flat fee |
| Ad-hoc business counsel | Hourly or monthly retainer |
For businesses needing ongoing support, a monthly retainer with defined scope (reviews, opinions, inquiry handling) can be arranged.
Important: Notarial fees are governed by the Tariff for Professional Legal Services. Professional services are agreed in writing in accordance with the Code of Legal, Moral and Ethical Duties. This page is informational and does not constitute a binding offer.
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