How do I call Costa Rica from Puerto Rico?

To call Costa Rica from Puerto Rico, dial the exit code 011, followed by the country code +506, then the phone number. For example, to call the number 8312 3456, you would dial: 011 506 8312 3456.

What is the country calling code for Costa Rica when calling from Puerto Rico?

The country calling code for Costa Rica is +506. To call Costa Rica from Puerto Rico, dial +506 followed by the local phone number.

How do I make cheap calls to Costa Rica when calling from Puerto Rico?

To make affordable calls to Costa Rica from Puerto Rico, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +506 followed by the local number. No app download required, and calls start at ~$0.11 per minute.

How much does it cost to call Costa Rica when calling from Puerto Rico?

Calls to Costa Rica cost ~$0.11 per minute to landlines and ~$0.25 per minute to mobiles with CallTuv, billed per minute with no subscription.

Can I use + instead of the exit code when calling Costa Rica?

Yes. On mobile phones and in CallTuv, you can usually use +506 instead of dialing 011 506. The plus sign replaces the international exit code.

Should I remove leading zeros from Costa Rica phone numbers?

In most international dialing formats, remove the trunk prefix or leading zero before the local Costa Rica number, then dial +506. If the dialer shows a formatting warning, follow the corrected format before calling.

What is the best time to call Costa Rica from Puerto Rico?

The capital-to-capital time gap is 2h destination behind. A practical window in Puerto Rico is 11:00-20:00 local time, which maps to standard business hours in Costa Rica.

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How to Call Costa Rica from Puerto Rico

Calling Costa Rica from Puerto Rico: 011 506 [local number].

Costa Rica Country Code: +506

ISO: CR

CRI

Quick answer

To call Costa Rica from Puerto Rico, dial 011, then 506, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 011 506 8312 3456. Calls cost from ~$0.11 per minute with CallTuv.

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Dialing format

011 506 8312 3456

Exit code • Country code • Local number

Exit code

011

Puerto Rico's international dialing prefix

Country code

+506

Costa Rica's international calling code

Local number

8312 3456

Enter the local number without the country code

Browser format

+506 8312 3456

Use this format inside CallTuv

Whether you’re calling family, friends, or business contacts, knowing how to call Costa Rica correctly helps your conversation start smoothly. This guide covers the essential dialing steps, including country and area codes that are easy to miss. By the end, you’ll be ready to connect confidently with anyone in Costa Rica - whether you’re calling San José or anywhere else.

Step-by-Step Dialing Guide

Follow these simple steps to make a call to Costa Rica from Puerto Rico

International Guide

Dial the exit code for Puerto Rico

Start by dialing 011 (or use + on mobile). This is the international dialing prefix for Puerto Rico.

Add Costa Rica's country code

Dial the country code +506 for Costa Rica.

Enter the local phone number

Dial the local phone number in Costa Rica (typically 8-10 digits, without any leading zeros).

Complete dialing format

Full format: 011 506 [local number] - For example: 011 506 612 345 678

HOW TO CALL

International Dialing Format

0115068312 3456

Exit Code•Country Code•Phone Number

CallTuv Format

+5068312 3456

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Calling Costa Rica from Puerto Rico: Calling Code, Local Time & More

Calling Code

+506

Cost to Call Costa Rica

~$0.11/min landline, ~$0.25/min mobile

Capital of Costa Rica

San José

Region

Americas (Central America)

Currency of Costa Rica

Costa Rican colón (₡)

Costa Rica Time Zones

UTC-06:00

Current time

Your time

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Costa Rica

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Costa Rica is --

Exit Code in Puerto Rico

011 (dial 011 (or + from mobile))

Route Dialing Pattern

011 506 8312 3456

Best Calling Window (Origin Time)

11:00-20:00

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