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Current Call Rates to Costa Rica
Landline
$0.07/min
Dial +506 + local number
Mobile
$0.20/min
Dial +506 + local number
How Long Can You Call Costa Rica For?
| Credit | Landline minutes | Mobile minutes |
|---|---|---|
| $1.00 | 14 mins | 5 mins |
| $5.00 | 71 mins | 25 mins |
| $10.00 | 142 mins | 50 mins |
| $20.00 | 285 mins | 100 mins |
How to Call Costa Rica from the UK
- 1Sign up for a free PhoneSalad account and add credit.
- 2Dial the country code +506 for Costa Rica.
- 3Enter the local number without the leading zero.
- 4Press call — crystal-clear audio, charged per minute at $0.07/min (landline).
Questions? Answers.
How do I call Costa Rica from the UK?▾
Dial +506 (the Costa Rica country code), then the local number without the leading zero. For example, if the local number is 020XXXXXXX, dial +506 20XXXXXXX. With PhoneSalad you can call directly from your browser — no app download required.
What is the country code for Costa Rica?▾
The country code for Costa Rica is +506. Dial this before the local number when calling from the UK or anywhere internationally.
Is it cheaper to call Costa Rica landlines or mobiles?▾
Landline calls to Costa Rica cost $0.07/min and mobile calls cost $0.2/min. Landlines are cheaper, so if possible use the landline number.
How many minutes can I call Costa Rica for $5?▾
With PhoneSalad, $5 gets you approximately 71 minutes to a Costa Rica landline or 25 minutes to a Costa Rica mobile. Calls are billed per minute with no connection fees.
Are there any connection fees for calling Costa Rica?▾
No. PhoneSalad charges no connection fees, no monthly subscription, and no hidden charges. You only pay for the minutes you use at the advertised per-minute rate.
Do credits expire when calling Costa Rica?▾
No, your PhoneSalad credits never expire. Top up whenever you like and use them at your own pace — there's no pressure to use them within a certain period.
What quality can I expect when calling Costa Rica?▾
PhoneSalad uses VoIP technology routed through Twilio's global network to deliver crystal-clear call quality to Costa Rica. Call quality depends on your internet connection speed (broadband or 4G/5G recommended).
Can I call Costa Rica from my mobile or tablet?▾
Yes. PhoneSalad works in any modern web browser on desktop, mobile, or tablet. No app download is required — just sign up, top up, and call Costa Rica from anywhere.
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