Costa Rica country code (+506) — formats & examples
Use +506 to call Costa Rica. See number formats, common mistakes, and plan the best time to call.
Dialing information
- Country code+506
- LanguagesSpanish
- Time zonesAmerica/Costa_Rica
- Phonecall rate$0.09/min
Landline $0.09/minMobile $0.25/min
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Place a callCalling format
- Country code+506
- Mobile format pattern+506 XXXX XXXX
- Landline format pattern+506 XX XXXX XXXX
- NotesOmit leading 0 when using country code; include area code where applicable.
Valid number patterns
Valid mobile number pattern
+506 XXXX XXXX
e.g. +506 8312 3456
Valid landline number pattern
+506 XX XXXX XXXX
Common dialing mistakes for Costa Rica
- Forgetting to dial +506 before the local number - international calls to Costa Rica require the country code.
- Keeping the leading zero when dialing from abroad - drop the leading 0 after the country code +506.
- Mixing up mobile and landline formats - Costa Rica numbers differ in length and structure; check the pattern before dialing.
- Calling outside local business hours - check Costa Rica's time zone to avoid very early or late calls.
- Omitting the country code when calling from another country - always use +506 for Costa Rica.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about calling Costa Rica with the +506 country code.
- What languages are spoken in Costa Rica?
- In Costa Rica, the main languages spoken are Spanish.
- Which time zones does Costa Rica use?
- Costa Rica has the following time zones: America/Costa_Rica. Make sure to check local time before placing your call.
- What is an example of a mobile or landline number in Costa Rica?
- A typical mobile number format is: +506 123456789. A landline number might look like: +506 12345678. Omit any leading 0.
- Are there any special tips for calling Costa Rica internationally?
- Remember to take into account the time zones in Costa Rica, and the fact that primary languages are Spanish. Dial +506 before the local number.
- How much does it cost to call Costa Rica?
- Calling Costa Rica with Phonecall starts from $0.09/min for landlines and $0.25/min for mobile numbers. We show the rate before you dial.
- What is the calling code for Costa Rica?
- The calling code for Costa Rica is +506. To call, start with the international access code, then dial +506 followed by the local number.
Call planning
Check local time in Costa Rica and your location so you call at a good time.
Time zones in Costa Rica
America/Costa_Rica
Best times to call are typically 9 AM – 5 PM local time in Costa Rica. Avoid calling during early morning (before 8 AM) or late evening (after 9 PM) local time.