Cheap International Calls to Costa Rica
Call Costa Rica (+506) from your browser with Kinvo for as low as $0.08 per minute. Landline rates start at $0.08/min and mobile rates at $0.25/min. No app download, no subscription, credits never expire.
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Costa Rica Calling Rates
| Type | Per Minute | Connection Fee | 10 min call | 30 min call | 60 min call |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Landline Fixed-line phone numbers | $0.08 | $0.05 | $0.85 | $2.45 | $4.85 |
Mobile Cell / mobile phone numbers | $0.25 | $0.05 | $2.55 | $7.55 | $15.05 |
Rates are per minute. Connection fee is charged once per call, only when the call is answered. Rates are in USD.
Dialing Costa Rica — Quick Reference
To reach a phone in Costa Rica, dial +506 followed by the local number (drop the leading 0 if present).
Full step-by-step dialing guide for Costa RicaDialing Costa Rica — Country Code and Format
Country Code
ISO code: CR
Time Zone
Check local time before calling
Population
North America
Dialing Format
Drop leading 0 from local number
Popular Cities to Call in Costa Rica
Kinvo customers frequently call these cities in Costa Rica. Rates are the same regardless of which city you call within the country.
Tips for Calling Costa Rica
Costa Rican numbers are 8 digits with no area codes. Landline numbers start with 2. Mobile numbers start with 5, 6, 7, or 8. Dial +506 followed by the 8-digit number. Spanish is the official language. Costa Rica does not observe daylight saving time.
Connection Fee Explained
Kinvo charges a flat $0.05 connection fee per call to Costa Rica. This fee is charged only when the call is answered by the recipient. You are never charged for:
- -Calls that are not answered (no pickup)
- -Calls that reach a busy signal
- -Calls that fail to connect due to network issues
- -Calls you cancel before the recipient answers
For example, a 10-minute call to a Costa Rica landline costs: $0.05 + (10 x $0.08) = $0.85. A 10-minute call to a Costa Rica mobile costs: $0.05 + (10 x $0.25) = $2.55.
Why Use Kinvo to Call Costa Rica?
Traditional phone carriers charge between $1 and $3 per minute for international calls to Costa Rica. Even calling plans that include "international minutes" typically cost $10 to $15 per month as an add-on and often exclude mobile numbers in Costa Rica, which are charged at a premium rate. Kinvo eliminates all of this with straightforward per-minute pricing starting from $0.08 per minute and a flat $0.05 connection fee.
Unlike traditional VoIP apps like the discontinued Skype or Viber Out, Kinvo does not require downloading or installing any software. The entire experience runs in your web browser using WebRTC, the same technology that powers Google Meet and Zoom. This means you can call Costa Rica from any computer, laptop, tablet, or phone with a browser and a microphone — at home, in the office, or on the go.
Kinvo credits are pay-as-you-go and never expire. There is no monthly subscription, no minimum spend, and no contract. If you buy $5 in credits today and do not call Costa Rica for six months, your full balance will still be waiting. This is especially useful for people who call Costa Rica occasionally rather than daily — you never lose money to expiring credit balances like you would with Skype or calling cards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Calling Costa Rica
How much does it cost to call Costa Rica with Kinvo?
Calling Costa Rica landlines costs $0.08 per minute and mobile phones cost $0.25 per minute. A one-time $0.05 connection fee applies when the call is answered. For example, a 30-minute landline call costs $2.45 total.
What is the country code for Costa Rica?
The international dialing code for Costa Rica is +506. When calling from Kinvo, dial +506 followed by the local phone number (typically without the leading 0).
Do I need an app to call Costa Rica?
No. Kinvo works entirely in your web browser using WebRTC technology. There is no app to download or install. Just sign up, add credits, and start calling Costa Rica from Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge on any device with a microphone.
What time zone is Costa Rica in?
Costa Rica is in UTC-6 (CST, no daylight saving). Check the current local time before calling to ensure you reach the person during appropriate hours.
Is Kinvo cheaper than calling Costa Rica with my phone plan?
In most cases, yes. Traditional phone carriers charge $1-3 per minute for international calls to Costa Rica. Kinvo rates start at $0.08/min with no monthly subscription. Your credits never expire, so you only pay for the minutes you use.