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Hiring your first employee in Costa Rica.
What a company should prepare before the first employment relationship begins—and why early decisions shape what comes next.
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Decision guide
Employee or independent contractor? Questions to resolve first.
Start with how the relationship will work in practice—not only the name of the agreement.
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Checklist
What should be ready before the first employment contract?
A compact readiness check covering the role, records, payroll and internal ownership.
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Business update
When labor requirements change: what employers should review.
A practical review path for policies, contracts, payroll and managers.
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