Call Costa Rica
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Mobile
$0.23
per minute
Landline
$0.08
per minute
Rates last updated March 2026
How to call Costa Rica
Call with Callana
Enter the number with the country code. No exit codes or international prefixes needed.
From a regular phone
Dial your country's exit code, then the country code +506, then the local number.
About Costa Rica
Capital
San Jose
Timezone
Central Time
UTC -06:00
Currency
Costa Rican Colon
CRC
Population
5.2M
Languages
Spanish
Country code
+506
Connection quality
Good
Mobile prevalence
High
Best time to call
9 AM – 9 PM local time
Central Time (UTC -06:00)
Calling tips
Costa Rica uses flat 8-digit numbering with no area codes. San Jose and Heredia landlines start with 22XX. Mobile numbers start with 8. Dial +506 followed by all 8 digits.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to call Costa Rica?
With Callana, calls to Costa Rica cost $0.23/min to mobile phones and $0.08/min to landlines. No subscription or app download required.
How do I call Costa Rica?
The easiest way is to use Callana in your browser — select Costa Rica from the dropdown menu, enter the local number, and we connect you instantly. No exit codes or international prefixes needed, and you can call from any country.
Do I need an app to call Costa Rica?
No. Callana works directly in your browser — no app download needed. Just open web.callana.app, add credit, and start calling Costa Rica immediately.
What is the country code for Costa Rica?
The international dialing code for Costa Rica is +506.
What is the best time to call Costa Rica?
Costa Rica is in the America/Costa_Rica timezone (UTC -06:00). Business hours are typically 9 AM to 6 PM local time. Callana is available 24/7 so you can call anytime.
Is the call quality good to Costa Rica?
Call quality to Costa Rica is rated as good. Callana uses premium voice routes to ensure clear, reliable connections.
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