- January 9, 2026
MEIC Cracks Down on Deceptive Gym Membership Contracts
San José, Costa Rica — San José, Costa Rica – The Ministry of Economy, Industry, and Commerce (MEIC) has escalated…
- January 7, 2026
Amador Proposes Tough New Rules for Vehicle Importers
San José, Costa Rica — San José – In a move aimed at addressing a growing source of consumer frustration,…
- December 23, 2025
Costa Rican Consumers Awarded Over ₡841 Million in 2025
San José, Costa Rica — San José – A landmark year for consumer rights in Costa Rica has concluded with…
- December 21, 2025
MEIC Facilitates Record Consumer Payouts in 2025
San José, Costa Rica — San José – Costa Rican consumers successfully recovered more than ¢841 million and an additional…
- November 24, 2025
Costa Rica Ramps Up Consumer Protection for Black Friday Frenzy
San José, Costa Rica — As the annual Black Friday shopping event approaches, Costa Rica’s Ministry of Economy, Industry, and…
- November 24, 2025
Consumer Watchdog Targets Deceptive Black Friday Deals
San José, Costa Rica — As Costa Rican shoppers prepare for the annual Black Friday sales event, the Ministry of…
- November 5, 2025
MEIC Urges Financial Prudence as Holiday Sales Season Begins
San José, Costa Rica — San José, Costa Rica – With the annual retail frenzy of Black Friday and the…
- October 21, 2025
Forty-Five Day Agony Fuels Banking Distrust in Costa Rica
San José, Costa Rica — A contentious regulation is creating a deepening rift between Costa Rican citizens and their financial…
- September 13, 2025
Walmart Costa Rica Investigated for Onion Mislabeling
San José, Costa Rica — Costa Rican authorities are investigating Walmart for mislabeling onions sold in various stores, raising concerns…
- September 8, 2025
Produce Labeling Dispute Heats Up in Costa Rica
San José, Costa Rica — Costa Rican consumers are at the center of a growing debate over the proper labeling…

