Outbound Trade Mission to Costa Rica

Costa Rica offers a thriving market for U.S. food and beverage suppliers, with strong demand in retail, food service, and ingredient sectors. As a stable economy with a robust tourism and hospitality industry, it relies on high-quality imports, with the U.S. as its top supplier. In 2024, U.S. agricultural exports to Costa Rica totaled $960 million, including a record $509 million in consumer-oriented products. Under CAFTA-DR, nearly all U.S. food products enter tariff-free, providing a competitive advantage. 

Costa Rican buyers actively seek reliable U.S. suppliers for specialty ingredients, packaged foods, and beverages. This trade mission offers valuable insights, B2B meetings, and site visits to help suppliers connect with key industry decision-makers and expand into one of Central America’s most dynamic markets. Don’t miss this opportunity!

Participation Fee: $600
Early Bird Special: $400 (if you register and pay before April 7, 2025)

Fee Includes:

• Pre-arranged one-on-one meetings
• Market briefing & tours
• In-country transportation to meeting locations
• Interpreter services (please request in advance)
• Reimbursement of lodging within the Federal per diem rate for one company representative with submittal of required supporting documentation*

  *Participants must participate in all mission activities to be eligible for lodging reimbursement

Registration Deadline: May 9, 2025 (No refunds for cancellation after this date)

50% CostShare: Apply now for SUSTA's 50% CostShare to request 50% reimbursement of participation fee, travel costs for up to two company representatives (flight, hotel, meals and incidentals), promotional giveaway items, point of sale materials and more!

SUSTA receives funding from USDA, Foreign Agriculture Services to create opportunities for exporters in the global market. All Global Events are subject to change at any time based upon available program funds, market or other conditions.