Work in Luxembourg for a company based in Costa Rica

By Mark 17 June 2022

Can I work remotely in Luxembourg for a company in Costa Rica?

Yes it’s perfectly possible, but we advise first to check the following points:

  1. The company in Costa Rica has to be a legal entity in Costa Rica
  2. You have to be a resident of Costa Rica
  3. You have to be able to work legally in Costa Rica.
  4. The company has to be able to pay you the same salary as if you were working in Costa Rica.
  5. You have to have a work permit in Costa Rica.
  6. You have to have the right to work in Costa Rica.

What is the difference between a work permit and a residence permit?
A work permit is the document that allows you to work in Luxembourg. It is valid for one year.
A residence permit is the document that allows you to stay in Luxembourg. It is valid for one year.

How can I obtain a residence permit?
You can apply for a residence permit online.

How can I obtain a work permit?
You can apply for a work permit online.

Can I work in Luxembourg and Costa Rica at the same time?
Yes, you can.

How can I find a remote job in Costa Rica while living in Luxembourg?

When things work out well, it’s possible to find remote jobs in Costa Rica even if you are located in Luxembourg, for that we have a few tips.

This is not a job you can just apply for and hope to be hired. You need to be in Costa Rica and have a Costa Rican employer who is willing to hire you. In fact, the employer needs to be willing to pay you a good salary.
You can work in Costa Rica with an employer that is located in Costa Rica. This way, you can work from your home in Luxembourg. But you need to be careful that the employer you choose is not a scam.

So, how can you find a remote job in Costa Rica?
There are two main ways to find a remote job in Costa Rica. The first one is to find a Costa Rican employer that is willing to hire you.
The second way is to find a Costa Rican employer that is willing to hire you and pay you a good salary.
In this article, we will look at the second option.
How to find a remote job in Costa Rica
This is a very tough task. Most people that are looking for a remote job in Costa Rica are located in Luxembourg.
This is because the companies that are looking for a remote Costa Rica job are located in Luxembourg.
It is not easy to find a remote job in Costa Rica. But if you are in the right place, you can find a remote job in Costa Rica.

How can I get paid in Luxembourg when working remotely for a company in Costa Rica?

It is possible to get paid in Luxembourg while working for a company in Costa Rica but it is not possible to get paid in Costa Rica when working remotely for a company in Luxembourg.

If you are in Costa Rica, you can get paid in Costa Rica, but you cannot get paid in Luxembourg when working remotely for a company in Costa Rica.
If you are in Luxembourg, you can get paid in Luxembourg, but you cannot get paid in Costa Rica when working remotely for a company in Luxembourg.

Will I pay taxes in Luxembourg or Costa Rica when working remotely in Luxembourg?

Taxes can be complicated when working remotely in Luxembourg for a corporation in Costa Rica, so we’ve put together a guide to help you understand your options.

What is the difference between working in Luxembourg and Costa Rica?
Working remotely in Luxembourg is different from working remotely in Costa Rica because you are not physically present in Luxembourg. You can work in Luxembourg from Costa Rica, and vice versa.
However, there are some differences between the two countries that you should be aware of.
Taxation
The biggest difference between Luxembourg and Costa Rica is the tax system.
In Luxembourg, there is a flat tax rate of 19.6% on income earned by residents and non-residents.
In Costa Rica, there is a flat tax rate of 15% on income earned by residents and non-residents.
You can find out more about the tax system in Luxembourg and Costa Rica in the Luxembourg and Costa Rica Tax Guide.
VAT
VAT is a value added tax (VAT) in Costa Rica.
In Luxembourg, there is no VAT.
In Costa Rica, there is a 10% VAT on all goods and services.
You can find out more about VAT in Luxembourg and Costa Rica in the Luxembourg and Costa Rica Tax Guide.
Employment
In Luxembourg, you can be self-employed and still be a resident.
In Costa Rica, you can be self-employed and still be a resident.