Costa Rica FDI Inflows
Foreign direct investment, net inflows as % of GDP BX.KLT.DINV.WD.GD.ZS
Costa Rica's fdi inflows was 6.34% in 2025, ranked 44th globally. This represents a 14.0% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1970–2025.
Overview
Costa Rica's fdi inflows stood at 6.34% in 2025, a rise of +0.78% from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 6.34% by 2025. Costa Rica ranked 44th globally.
Costa Rica’s foreign direct investment inflows have risen steadily since the earliest recorded figure of 2.68 in 1970, reaching an all‑time trough of 1.08 in 1979 before expanding to a peak of 8.34 in 2007. The 2025 inflow of 6.34, ranking the country 44th globally, places Costa Rica alongside peers such as Montenegro, which recorded the same 6.34, and Luxembourg with a slightly lower 6.31. Over the 56‑year coverage period the upward trajectory reflects the nation’s continued attraction of multinational firms, driven by political stability, a well‑educated workforce and incentives for high‑tech and renewable‑energy sectors. Despite the post‑peak decline from the 2007 high, the 2025 level remains well above the long‑run average, suggesting resilience in the investment climate. Future growth will likely depend on the ability to deepen integration with regional supply chains and to sustain reforms that enhance market openness and infrastructure.
Data & projection
| Year | FDI Inflows | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 7.19% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 6.76% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 6.34% | - | - |
| 2025 | 6.34% | +0.78% | #44 |
| 2024 | 5.56% | +0.14% | #41 |
| 2023 | 5.42% | +0.00% | #44 |
| 2022 | 5.42% | −0.11% | #42 |
| 2021 | 5.53% | +2.16% | #46 |
| 2020 | 3.37% | −0.85% | #60 |
| 2019 | 4.22% | −0.61% | #57 |
| 2018 | 4.83% | −0.00% | #39 |
| 2017 | 4.83% | +0.38% | #52 |
| 2016 | 4.45% | −0.78% | #64 |
| 2015 | 5.24% | −1.00% | #54 |
| 2014 | 6.23% | −0.06% | #44 |
| 2013 | 6.29% | +0.58% | #41 |
| 2012 | 5.71% | −0.68% | #63 |
| 2011 | 6.39% | +1.33% | #55 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Costa Rica matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 1995. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw fdi inflows improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Costa Rica's fdi inflows was 6.34% in 2025. Ranked 44th globally. This represents a 14.0% increase from the previous year.
Costa Rica's fdi inflows peaked at 8.34% in 2007.
The lowest fdi inflows in Costa Rica was 1.08% in 1979.
Costa Rica ranks 44th globally in fdi inflows as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is BX.KLT.DINV.WD.GD.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Costa Rica's fdi inflows is projected to reach 6.34% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The fdi inflows of Costa Rica in 2025 was 6.34%. This ranks 44th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_costa-rica_fdi-inflows,
title = {Costa Rica FDI Inflows},
url = {https://historysaid.com/costa-rica/fdi-inflows/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}