Unitary Presidential Republic
Costa Rica is governed as a unitary state under a presidential system, notable for having abolished its military in 1948.
7 Provinces
The country consists of seven provinces, each further divided into cantons.
Unicameral Legislative Assembly
Costa Rica’s legislature, the Legislative Assembly, is the country’s single lawmaking chamber.
Two-Round Presidential Elections
Costa Rica’s legislature, the Legislative Assembly, is the country’s single lawmaking chamber.