A Costa Rica number gives your business a local presence with country code +506. Costa Rica has no trunk prefix, so a number is dialled the same way nationally, and from abroad callers simply add +506 in front.
Number types in Costa Rica
- Local numbersGeographic numbers with a city or regional area code. Customers see a familiar local number and call you at local rates.
- Mobile numbersNumbers from mobile ranges, for services that need a mobile-looking number. SMS capability depends on the range.
- Toll-free numbersFree for your callers from most networks. You cover the inbound cost, which lowers the barrier for sales and support calls.
Toll-free prefixes
Costa Rica numbering at a glance
| Country code | +506 |
|---|---|
| Trunk prefix | None |
| International call prefix | 00 |
| Geographic number length | 8 digits after the country code |
| Mobile number length | 8 digits |
| Example landline format | +506 2212 3456 |
| Number types in the plan | Local, mobile and toll-free |
| Capital | San Jose |
| Official languages | Spanish, English |
| Currency | CRC |
| Time zone | America/Costa Rica |
What you get with every Costa Rica number
- Delivery to your SIP trunk, IP-PBX, Microsoft Teams (Direct Routing), softphone or any mobile number
- Time-of-day routing, failover destinations and simultaneous ring
- Real-time call records and usage in the customer portal
- Number porting in and out, where the Costa Rica regulator allows it
Requirements for Costa Rica numbers
Some Costa Rica number ranges require proof of a business or residential address, or company registration documents. You will see exactly what is needed for the number you choose before you pay, and you can upload documents in the portal. How verification works.
Frequently asked questions
Can I get a Costa Rica number if my business is based elsewhere?
Often, yes. Many Costa Rica ranges are available to international businesses; others need a local address. The requirement is shown on each number before checkout.
How do people abroad call a Costa Rica number?
They dial their international access code (or + on a mobile), then 506, then the number. For example: +506 2212 3456.
Can I move my existing Costa Rica number to you?
In most cases, yes. Contact sales with the number and current provider and we will confirm portability and timing.