The Big Nearshore
Costa Rica Partnership Signals a New Chapter in Nearshoring Strategy for US Tech
G3 Global Partners is proud to announce a strategic partnership with Costa Rica’s Foreign Trade Promotion Agency (Procomer), formalized through the launch of a dedicated office in Silicon Valley. As the official North American investment representative for Costa Rica, our mandate is clear: to help high-growth U.S. companies navigate opportunities in one of Latin America's most business-friendly and operationally sophisticated markets.
While many U.S. tech firms are looking to Mexico and Brazil for new sales markets — and to Colombia for access to low-cost technical talent — Costa Rica stands out for a different reason: it’s where companies are building real operations. With its strong rule of law, deep pool of bilingual professionals, and emerging infrastructure, Costa Rica has quietly become the go-to location in the Americas for back office, shared services, and data infrastructure teams. That’s why firms like Databricks, Snowflake, Intel, Microsoft, and ServiceNow are expanding their presence there — not just to hire, but to scale.
Costa Rica’s value proposition isn’t just recent — it’s rooted in decades of forward-thinking policy. In 1949, the country made the bold decision to abolish its military and redirect public resources toward education, healthcare, and democratic governance. That long-term bet is now paying off: Costa Rica boasts one of the most highly educated, reliable, and English-proficient workforces in Latin America. For companies seeking operational excellence, this foundation translates into higher productivity, lower turnover, and greater alignment with U.S. business culture.
Adding to its appeal, Costa Rica offers one of the region’s most successful Free Trade Zone regimes, providing qualifying companies with tax incentives, expedited permitting, and a pro-business regulatory environment. These zones have become hubs for global services, advanced manufacturing, and data-driven operations — enabling companies to grow with both efficiency and confidence.
To help executives explore these advantages firsthand, G3 is co-hosting the Costa Rica Trade & Investment Summit from September 1–5, offering tailored programming and direct access to Costa Rican stakeholders. If your company is considering expanding its LATAM footprint, we invite you to reach out and learn how Costa Rica — and our team — can support your growth.