Nicaragua
Phone Code is +505
Connecting to Managua, Granada, or León? The country code for Nicaragua is +505. Call any Claro or Tigo number directly from your browser with crystal-clear quality and no roaming fees.
How to Call Nicaragua Step-by-Step
Nicaragua uses a simple 8-digit numbering plan. No complicated city codes to remember.
Exit Code
Dial your country's exit code.
011 (USA/Canada)
00 (UK/Europe)
Country Code (+505)
Dial +505. This connects you to the Nicaraguan network.
8-Digit Number
Dial the 8-digit subscriber number.Landlines start with 2. Mobiles start with 5, 7, or 8.
Numbering Plan Simplified
Since 2009, Nicaragua has used an 8-digit numbering plan. You do not need to dial a separate area code. The area is determined by the first digit of the 8-digit number.
Nicaragua Regional Prefixes
Although there are no separate area codes, landlines in specific regions typically start with these digits.
| City | Region | Prefix |
|---|---|---|
| Managua | Managua | 22xx-xxxx |
| León | León | 231x-xxxx |
| Chinandega | Chinandega | 234x-xxxx |
| Granada | Granada | 255x-xxxx |
| Masaya | Masaya | 252x-xxxx |
| City | Region | Prefix |
|---|---|---|
| Estelà | Estelà | 271x-xxxx |
| Matagalpa | Matagalpa | 277x-xxxx |
| Jinotega | Jinotega | 278x-xxxx |
| Rivas | Rivas | 256x-xxxx |
| Bluefields | RAAS | 257x-xxxx |
Mobile Number Prefixes
Identify the carrier (Tigo or Claro) by the first digit of the 8-digit number.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the country code for Nicaragua?
The country calling code for Nicaragua is +505. You must dial this after your country's exit code (011 for US, 00 for Europe).
How many digits are in a Nicaragua phone number?
Nicaragua phone numbers are 8 digits long. There are no separate area codes; the region is integrated into the 8-digit number.
How do I call a mobile phone in Nicaragua?
Dial +505 followed by the 8-digit mobile number. Mobile numbers typically start with 5, 7, or 8 (e.g., +505 8xxx xxxx).
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