🇨🇷 Calls to Costa Rica
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Mobile
$0.18/min
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$0.07/min
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Costa Rica Calling Rates
Mobile
$0.18
/minute
Landline
$0.07
/minute
No connection fees. No hidden charges. Credits never expire.
How to Dial Costa Rica
It's easy to call any Costa Rica phone number
US From United States
011 + 506 + local number
From Mobile / VoIP
Simply use the + format - easier and works worldwide:
+506 + local number
The + symbol automatically uses the correct exit code for your location.
About Calling Costa Rica
Costa Rica is a Central American country known for its biodiversity, eco-tourism, and stable democracy, with a population of about 5.2 million. San José is the capital. Costa Rica has a growing expatriate community and a significant diaspora in the US. The country has no military, investing instead in education and healthcare.
Population
5180829
Capital
San Jose
Language
Spanish
Currency
Costa Rican Colon (CRC)
Costa Rica Telecom & Phone System
Understanding Costa Rica's phone network
Costa Rica's mobile market opened to competition in 2011, ending the state monopoly of ICE (Instituto Costarricense de Electricidad). Major operators include Kölbi (ICE), Movistar (Telefónica), Claro, and Liberty. 4G LTE coverage is available in the Central Valley and major tourist areas.
| Country Code | +506 |
| International Prefix (exit code) | 00 |
| Phone Number Length | 8 digits |
| Mobile Prefixes | 5, 6, 7, 8 |
| Emergency Number | 911 |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica (UTC-6) |
Special Dialing Rules for Costa Rica
Costa Rica does not use a trunk prefix. Phone numbers are 8 digits. Dial +506 followed by the 8-digit number. Mobile numbers typically start with 5, 6, 7, or 8. For example, +506-8123-4567.
Tips for Calling Costa Rica
Make the most of your calls
Costa Rica is on Central Time (UTC-6, no daylight saving), 1 hour behind US Eastern Time. Business hours are 8 AM to 5 PM. Ticos (as Costa Ricans call themselves) are known for their friendliness and the phrase 'Pura Vida' (pure life). English is widely spoken in tourist areas and the business sector.
Best Time to Call Costa Rica
Costa Rica is in the America/Costa_Rica timezone (UTC-6)
Business Calls
Best during 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Costa Rica time. Check the time difference from your location before calling.
Personal Calls
Evenings and weekends (6:00 PM - 10:00 PM Costa Rica time) are ideal for reaching family and friends.
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Costa Rica Calling FAQ
How much does it cost to call Costa Rica?
With InternationalCall, calls to Costa Rica mobile phones cost $0.18/min and landlines cost $0.07/min. No connection fees or hidden charges.
What is the Costa Rica country code?
The country code for Costa Rica is +506. From the US, dial 011 + 506 + local number.
Can I call Costa Rica cell phones?
Yes! Call any Costa Rica mobile or landline. The recipient just answers their regular phone - no app needed on their end.
What is the best time to call Costa Rica?
Costa Rica is in the America/Costa_Rica timezone (UTC-6). For business calls, try 9 AM - 6 PM Costa Rica time. For personal calls, evenings between 6 PM - 10 PM local time work best.
How many digits is a Costa Rica phone number?
Costa Rica phone numbers are 8 digits long (not including the country code +506). Mobile numbers typically start with 5, 6, 7, 8.
What is the emergency number in Costa Rica?
The emergency number in Costa Rica is 911. This can be dialed locally for police, fire, and medical emergencies.
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