Puerto Rico
Area Codes are
787 & 939
Calling San Juan or Ponce? Puerto Rico is part of the North American Numbering Plan. Dial +1 787 or +1 939 just like any US number. Avoid high carrier rates with our VoIP service.
How to Call Puerto Rico Step-by-Step
Since Puerto Rico is part of the NANP, dialing is identical to calling another US state if you are in the US or Canada.
Dial 1
Just like any domestic US call, start by dialing 1.
(If calling from outside NANP, dial your exit code + 1)
Area Code
Dial the 3-digit area code: 787 or 939.
Phone Number
Dial the 7-digit subscriber number.Example: 1-787-555-0123
Is it International?
Technically, calls from the US to Puerto Rico are domestic. However, many mobile carriers still treat them as "off-network" or charge higher rates. StartACall treats them as low-cost VoIP calls, ensuring you save money regardless of your carrier's policy.
Puerto Rico Area Codes
The 787 and 939 area codes are overlays, meaning they both serve the same geographic area (the entire island).
| City | Region | Codes |
|---|---|---|
| San Juan | Metro | 787 / 939 |
| Bayamón | Metro | 787 / 939 |
| Carolina | Metro | 787 / 939 |
| Ponce | South | 787 / 939 |
| Caguas | Central | 787 / 939 |
| City | Region | Codes |
|---|---|---|
| Mayagüez | West | 787 / 939 |
| Arecibo | North | 787 / 939 |
| Guaynabo | Metro | 787 / 939 |
| Trujillo Alto | Metro | 787 / 939 |
| Fajardo | East | 787 / 939 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to dial 011 to call Puerto Rico from the US?
No. Since Puerto Rico is part of the North American Numbering Plan (NANP), you just dial 1 + Area Code (787 or 939) + Number, exactly like a long-distance call within the US.
What is the difference between 787 and 939?
There is no geographic difference. 787 is the original area code, and 939 was added as an overlay when numbers ran out. Both codes cover the entire island.
Is calling Puerto Rico free with my US cell plan?
It depends on your carrier. Most major US carriers (Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile) include Puerto Rico in domestic plans, but some prepaid or MVNO carriers might charge extra. StartACall is a great alternative if you are calling from outside the US or have a plan that charges for PR.
How do I call Puerto Rico from outside the US?
Dial your country's international exit code (e.g., 00 in Europe), then 1 (US country code), then the area code (787 or 939), and the number.
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