Costa Rica's laws and constitution, based on a well-developed tradition of Democratic government, include secure property rights for the private ownership of land. These laws are extended equally to foreigners as well as residents. Neither citizenship, nor residency, or even a presence in the country is required for land ownership. There are almost no restrictions to the ownership of land in Costa Rica, with the exception of direct beach front (SEE Regulations for Beach front).

To a prospective off-shore investor, the receptiveness of the host country to be invested in, is an important consideration of the investment. This is especially true for Real Estate. Few countries in the world welcome foreigners so well, and have such magnanimous laws that allow for, and protect, the property rights of foreign investors the same as citizens. Costa Rica 's open door policy to foreign investment combined with secure property rights, has made it a number one pick for foreign Real Estate investment.