# Costa Rica (CR)

**Capital:** San José  
**Currency:** Costa Rica Colón (CRC) (CRC)  
**Population:** 5'164'837  
**Area:** 51'100 km²

Costa Rica (ISO-Code: CR) is located in Central America between Nicaragua to the north and Panama to the south, with coastlines on the Pacific and Caribbean. Politically, the country is a stable presidential democracy known for its transparent administration and peaceful domestic policies. The climate is tropical, with a pronounced wet and dry season as well as regional climatic variations due to mountains and coasts. Economically, Costa Rica plays an important role in agriculture, services, and high-tech industry. Foreign trade is central, with exports primarily including agricultural products, electronics, and medical technology, while the country heavily depends on imports of industrial goods and energy. Strategically located ports on both coasts and a well-developed network of roads and airports strengthen the country's transit and logistics function for regional supply chains. The national currency is the Costa Rican Colón (CRC), which facilitates stable trade relations and financial transactions. Costa Rica benefits from its geographical location and economic openness, making it an important player in Central American trade and global supply chains. Sustainability and tourism further contribute to economic diversification.

**Top Import Partners:** US, CN, MX, PA, DE

**Top Export Partners:** US, NL, BE, MX, CN

**Top Import Goods:** Mineralöle, Maschinen, Fahrzeuge, Elektronik, Chemie

**Top Export Goods:** Medizinische Geräte, Bananen, Ananas, Kaffee, Microchips

**Key Airports:**
- [Guanacaste Airport (LIR)](https://www.freight-academy.com/en/information/airports/guanacaste-airport-lir)
- [Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)](https://www.freight-academy.com/en/information/airports/juan-santamaria-international-airport-sjo)
- [Aerotortuguero Airport](https://www.freight-academy.com/en/information/airports/aerotortuguero-airport-28643)
- [Barra del Colorado Airport (BCL)](https://www.freight-academy.com/en/information/airports/barra-del-colorado-airport-bcl)
- [Buenos Aires Airport (BAI)](https://www.freight-academy.com/en/information/airports/buenos-aires-airport-bai)
- [Coto 47 Airport (OTR)](https://www.freight-academy.com/en/information/airports/coto-47-airport-otr)
- [Golfito Airport (GLF)](https://www.freight-academy.com/en/information/airports/golfito-airport-glf)
- [Guapiles Airport (GPL)](https://www.freight-academy.com/en/information/airports/guapiles-airport-gpl)
- [Limon International Airport (LIO)](https://www.freight-academy.com/en/information/airports/limon-international-airport-lio)
- [Los Chiles Airport (LSL)](https://www.freight-academy.com/en/information/airports/los-chiles-airport-lsl)

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