Living in Santa Ana: the ultimate expat guide

Everything you need to know for a successful life in Santa Ana.

Guide updated byVeedushi Bissessur, on 20 July 2021

Santa Ana is a developing city preserving its traditional features. It can then be the ideal destination for your expat project.

Located in the proximity of San José, many expats choose to look for job opportunities in the capital while settling in Santa Ana, thus enjoying the traditional culture of Costa Rica and the modern amenities it provides. Job offers are also available in Santa Ana's free zones.

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Working in Santa Ana

Boost your international career. Understand the local labour market, the legal framework, how to adapt your resume, apply to job offers and tips to find a job in Santa Ana.

Work in Santa Ana

How to proceed to find a job in Santa Ana? What are the most promising fields? Find out in this article.

Accommodation in Santa Ana

Explore real estate or temporary rentals in Santa Ana. Find out more about renting or buying a house or a flat, real estate agents, leases and rental agreements.

Accommodation in Santa Ana

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About Veedushi Bissessur

I hold a French diploma and worked as a journalist in Mauritius for six years. I have over a decade of experience as a bilingual web editor at Expat.com, including five years as an editorial assistant. Before joining the Expat.com team, I worked as a journalist/reporter in several Mauritian newsrooms. My experience of over six years in the Mauritian press gave me the opportunity to meet many prominent figures and cover a wide range of events across various topics.

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