About calling Costa Rica
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Costa Rica is a popular destination for expatriates and retirees from North America and Europe, creating a steady flow of international calls between residents abroad and their contacts in the country. Its thriving outsourcing and tech industries in the Central Valley also make business calls to Costa Rica a daily necessity for many global companies.
How to call Costa Rica
Costa Rica does not use geographic area codes — all numbers are 8 digits after +506. The first digit identifies the line type.
- ·+506 2 for All landlines (8 digits starting with 2)
- ·+506 8 for Most mobile numbers
- ·+506 7 for Some mobile numbers
- ·+506 6 for Some mobile numbers
- ·+506 4 for VoIP / business lines
Dial +506 directly followed by the 8-digit number — no trunk prefix is used.
Costa Rican numbers are 8 digits with no area codes. Mobile numbers typically start with 5, 6, 7, or 8 after the country code +506. Simply dial +506 followed by the 8-digit number.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to call Costa Rica?
Calls to Costa Rica start at just $0.05 per minute. You only pay for the time you actually talk, with no hidden fees or monthly charges.
What is the country code for Costa Rica?
The country code for Costa Rica is +506. Always include this when dialing from another country.
Is the first call to Costa Rica really free?
Absolutely! Sign up for free and make your first 1-minute call to Costa Rica at no cost. No credit card required. After that, calls start at just $0.05/min.
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