Interest rates today in Costa Rica
The Central Bank of Costa Rica's basic deposit rate (tasa básica pasiva) and monetary policy rate.
Basic deposit rate (TBP)3.56%Nov 2, 2026 (same as a week ago)
Monetary policy rate (TPM)3.00%Nov 2, 2026
What is the basic deposit rate (TBP)?
It's an average of the rates banks and other institutions pay on colón deposits, calculated by the BCCR. Many colón loans, including home loans, use the TBP as the reference for adjusting their interest rate.
What is the monetary policy rate (TPM)?
It's the Central Bank's benchmark rate. Its board adjusts it to steer other interest rates and inflation.
Latest TPM changes
| Since | TPM |
|---|---|
| Jul 24, 2026 | 3.00% |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 3.25% |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 3.50% |
| Jul 18, 2025 | 3.75% |
| Oct 18, 2024 | 4.00% |
Updated automatically. Source: Central Bank of Costa Rica economic indicators.
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