Do I need an app to call Costa Rica?

No. DialVia works directly in your browser, so you can call Costa Rica without installing an app.

What country code do I use for Costa Rica?

Use +506 before the local number when calling Costa Rica.

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Cheap calls to Costa Rica

Call mobile and landline numbers in Costa Rica straight from your browser. You don’t need to buy credits first: your first call is free, then you pay per minute.

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How to call Costa Rica from abroad

Quick answer: To call Costa Rica from abroad, dial your exit code (00 from most countries, 011 from the US and Canada, or + on a mobile), then 506, then the number without the leading 0 of its area code, if it has one. On DialVia you skip the exit code: choose Costa Rica and type the number.

1Dial your exit code: 00 from most countries, 011 from the US and Canada, or press + on a mobile.
2Dial 506, the country code for Costa Rica (shown as +506).
3Dial the number without the leading 0 of its area code, if it has one.

+506 1234 5678

Example number for Costa Rica, in international format

More on the code itself: the +506 dialling code.

Calling rates for Costa Rica

Country code+506

Landline

From

$0.11/min

Fixed phone numbers

Mobile

From

$0.25/min

Cell phone numbers

About these rates: These are the starting rates for calls to Costa Rica. Landlines start from $0.11/min and mobiles from $0.25/min. Some specific regions or carriers may have different rates.

Want the exact rate? Use our rate calculator with the phone number you want to call to see the precise cost per minute.

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Save up to 90% compared to traditional phone plans!

When you want more time

After your free call, top up whenever you like. Estimates based on starting rates to Costa Rica; actual minutes may vary.

Calling credit

≈ 45 min to landlines
≈ 19 min to mobiles

Popular

$10

Calling credit

≈ 90 min to landlines
≈ 39 min to mobiles

$25

Calling credit

≈ 227 min to landlines
≈ 99 min to mobiles

Why call Costa Rica with DialVia?

Browser-based calling

Call Costa Rica directly from your browser! No apps to download, no software to install. Just click and call.

Affordable rates

Save up to 90% compared to traditional providers with our competitive rate of $0.11/min to Costa Rica.

Crystal clear quality

Clear voice quality on calls to Costa Rica, over a stable internet connection. No SIM or phone plan involved.

Secure and private

Your calls to Costa Rica are encrypted, and we don’t record them.

Calling Costa Rica with DialVia

1
Sign up free
Create your free DialVia account in under a minute and verify your email.
2
Unlock your free call
Add a card to unlock your first call. It isn’t charged, and there are no credits to buy first.
3
Call and top up later
Dial +506 and the number to call Costa Rica. When you want more time, top up from $5, pay as you go.

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to call Costa Rica?

Calls to landlines in Costa Rica start from $0.11/min, while mobile phones start from $0.25/min. Some specific regions or carriers may have slightly different rates. Use our rate calculator with the exact number to see the precise cost. These rates are up to 90% cheaper than traditional phone plans.

Can I call Costa Rica for free?

Yes, your first call is free. Create an account, verify your email and add a card to unlock it; the card is not charged. After that, calls to Costa Rica are pay as you go from $0.11/min, with no subscription.

Do I need to download an app to call Costa Rica?

No! DialVia works directly in your browser. Simply visit our website, log in, and start calling Costa Rica immediately. No downloads required.

What's the call quality like to Costa Rica?

Calls to Costa Rica connect to real landline and mobile networks and sound clear on a stable internet connection. A headset or earphones help in noisy rooms.

How do I dial Costa Rica from abroad?

Dial your exit code (00 from most countries, 011 from the US and Canada, or + on a mobile), then 506, then the number without the leading 0 of its area code, if it has one.