Latin America Calling Guide

Call Central America
From the USA

Stay connected with family in Mexico, El Salvador, Guatemala, and beyond. Get crystal-clear voice quality and avoid expensive calling cards or carrier fees.

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How to Call Central America

The process is standard for all Central American countries. Just remember the US exit code.

1

Exit Code

Dial 011 to exit the USA system.
(Or use + on mobile/VoIP)

2

Country Code

Dial the country code (e.g., 52 for Mexico, 503 for El Salvador).

3

Phone Number

Dial the full phone number.Note: Mexico no longer requires '1' for mobiles.

Central America Country Codes

Quick reference for all countries in the region.

CountryCode
🇲🇽 Mexico+52
🇬🇹 Guatemala+502
🇸🇻 El Salvador+503
🇭🇳 Honduras+504
CountryCode
🇳🇮 Nicaragua+505
🇨🇷 Costa Rica+506
🇵🇦 Panama+507
🇧🇿 Belize+501

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I call Mexico from the US?

Dial 011 + 52 + the 10-digit phone number. This applies to both landlines and mobile phones. You no longer need to add a '1' after the 52 for mobile phones.

What is the cheapest way to call El Salvador?

VoIP services like StartACall offer rates significantly lower than traditional carriers or calling cards. You can call El Salvador mobiles and landlines for pennies per minute.

Are calls to Central America included in my plan?

Usually not. Most US carriers (Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile) charge extra for international calls to Central America unless you have a specific add-on package.

Do I need a country code for Costa Rica?

Yes. The country code for Costa Rica is +506. You must dial 011 + 506 + the 8-digit phone number.

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