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.

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.

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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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Calling 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

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Time difference

Costa Rica is 1 to 2 hours behind United States, varying with daylight saving.

Best time to call: 10:00 to 19:00 your local time.

Dialing specifics for Costa Rica

Always dial +506 before the local number when calling Costa Rica from abroad.

Useful phrases in Spanish

A few ways to politely open or answer a call in Costa Rica.

¿Aló?CasualHello (on the phone)answering the phone
Buenos díasFormalGood morningpolite opener (use "Buenas tardes" later)

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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.