Costa Rican families in New Jersey and Florida, retirees with a house in Guanacaste and travelers booking a tour all end up calling Costa Rica from the US. Here is how to dial a Costa Rican number, which has eight digits and no area codes.
How to dial Costa Rica from United States of America (USA)
- 1Dial the exit code 011
From United States of America (USA), every international call starts with the exit code 011. On a mobile you can type + instead - it stands in for the exit code automatically.
- 2Add Costa Rica's country code +506
Next comes +506, the country code that routes your call to Costa Rica.
- 3Add the area or city code
Then the destination's area or city code - see the common Costa Rica codes below.
- 4Dial the local number
Finish with the subscriber number. The full format for Costa Rica is +506 XXXX XXXX.
A Costa Rica number dialed from United States of America (USA) looks like this:
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Rates to Costa Rica
| Number type | Per minute | 10-minute call |
|---|---|---|
| Landline | $0.05 | $0.50 |
| Mobile | $0.15 | $1.50 |
Prices as of October 30, 2026. Rates can change.
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Costa Rica is 1h behind United States of America (USA).
When it's a friendly 9 AM–9 PM in Costa Rica, it's 10 AM–10 PM where you are.
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Costa Rica area codes
Costa Rica does not use geographic area codes - all numbers are 8 digits after +506. The first digit identifies the line type.
| Area code | City / region |
|---|---|
| +506 2 | All landlines (8 digits starting with 2) |
| +506 8 | Most mobile numbers |
| +506 7 | Some mobile numbers |
| +506 6 | Some mobile numbers |
| +506 4 | VoIP / business lines |
Dial +506 directly followed by the 8-digit number - no trunk prefix is used.
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Calling Costa Rica from United States of America (USA)
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.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I dial Costa Rica from United States of America (USA)?
From United States of America (USA), dial the exit code 011, then Costa Rica's country code +506, then the area code and the local number. On a mobile you can press + in place of 011.
How much does it cost to call Costa Rica from United States of America (USA)?
With Hyallo you pay $0.05/min to call Costa Rica - a fraction of typical carrier and roaming rates - and your first call is free.
Can I call a Costa Rica landline or mobile from my browser?
Yes. Hyallo connects your browser straight to the phone network, so you can reach any Costa Rica landline or mobile from United States of America (USA) with nothing to install.
Do I need an app to call Costa Rica from United States of America (USA)?
No. Hyallo runs in your browser on any computer or phone, so there is nothing to install.
What is the best time to call Costa Rica from United States of America (USA)?
Call between 9 AM–9 PM in Costa Rica, which is 10 AM–10 PM in United States of America (USA).
What is the country code for Costa Rica?
The country code for Costa Rica is +506. From United States of America (USA), dial 011 first, or press + on a mobile.