The law regarding the importation vehicles is the same. Below are the procedures for clearing a car though customs if shipped by sea. If you drive or have your car flown into the country, the same requirements exist fir obtaining and re-newing your drivers permit.
Most vehicles arrive by sea , via cargo ships.
The largest port in Costa Rica is Puerto Lim n, loacated on the Atlantic Coast. A second port, Puerto Caldera, is located on the Pacific Coast. Puerto Lim n. The length of time required to ship your vehicle depends on the shipping company you select, but the average is 4-10 days. Most North American operations work with local brokers to handle the Costa Rican customs. Vehicles may be shipped either in a container or on a car deck.