🇨🇷 Costa Rica Scam Alerts
Verified patterns affecting immigrants in Costa Rica. Read red flags before you send money or documents.
Document Translation, Notary, or Apostille Overcharge
In Costa Rica, some agents exploit newcomers by overcharging for essential services related to document translation, notarization, or apostille certification. This scam particularly targets visa applicants, families,…
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Fake Border, Airport, or Fast-Track Assistance Fee
In Costa Rica, a scam has emerged where individuals impersonate airport staff, immigration officials, or travel agents. They claim that newcomers must pay a special fee to enter the country, expedite their processing,…
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Fake University or Scholarship Letter
In Costa Rica, the scam involving fake university or scholarship letters poses a significant risk to students, parents, and scholarship applicants. Fraudsters often impersonate educational institutions or scholarship…
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Rental Deposit Before Viewing or Contract
In Costa Rica, a common housing scam targets newcomers, particularly students, families, and remote workers. Scammers create fake listings for apartments or houses, often using attractive photos and enticing rental…
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Fake Job Offer and Work Permit Fee
In Costa Rica, a prevalent employment scam involves fake job offers that lure job seekers into paying upfront fees for work permits and other related expenses. These scams often target skilled workers, care workers,…
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Fake Visa Agent Promising Guaranteed Approval
Fake visa agents are a significant issue in Costa Rica, targeting various groups including visa applicants, students, workers, and families. These scammers often present themselves as legitimate agents who claim they…
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