What is Costa Rica postal/zip code?

Costa Rica uses a postal code system with multiple codes across different regions. Costa Rica is located in Central America, Americas. The capital city is San Jose.

Does Costa Rica have postal codes?

Yes, Costa Rica has an official postal code system. Postal codes in Costa Rica help identify specific geographic areas for mail delivery and logistics purposes.

How many states/regions does Costa Rica have?

Costa Rica has 7 administrative divisions (states, provinces, or regions), each with their own postal code ranges.

What is the capital of Costa Rica?

The capital city of Costa Rica is San Jose. You can find postal codes for San Jose and all other cities on this page.

What currency is used in Costa Rica?

The official currency of Costa Rica is CRC. This information is useful when sending international mail or packages.

What is the country code for Costa Rica?

Costa Rica has the ISO country code 'CR' and international phone code '+506'. Use these codes when addressing international mail.

Where is Costa Rica located?

Costa Rica is located in Americas, specifically in the Central America sub-region. Its geographic coordinates are approximately 10.00000000° latitude and -84.00000000° longitude.

How do I find a postal code in Costa Rica?

To find a postal code in Costa Rica, browse our directory by selecting a state/province, then city, and finally the specific district. Each location page shows the exact postal code.

Costa Rica Postal Codes - Complete ZIP Code List

Country

Costa Rica

Region

Americas

Format

NNNNN

What is Costa Rica Postal Code?

Postal codes in Costa Rica (also known as ZIP codes) are alphanumeric codes used by the postal service to identify specific geographic areas for efficient mail sorting and delivery. The postal code format in Americas is Central America. These codes help ensure your mail and packages reach their destination accurately and quickly.

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How to Address Mail to Costa Rica

Standard Address Format (click to edit)

RecipientJohn Doe

Street123 Example Street

City & PostalNNNNN San Jose

CountryCOSTA RICA

Addressing Tips for Costa Rica

Postal code format: NNNNN
Write postal code before the city name
Country name in UPPERCASE on last line
Capital: San Jose
ISO country code: CR

Shipping to Costa Rica

Domestic Delivery

2-5 days

Within Costa Rica

International

7-21 days

Varies by origin

Customs Threshold

Duty-free limit

Local Carriers in Costa Rica

Correos de Costa Rica Grupo Taca

Costa Rica: International Carriers

DHL FedEx UPS

Shipping Tips (Costa Rica)

Always include postal code in format NNNNN for faster delivery
Items above $0 may incur customs duties
Track your package using the carrier's tracking number
Consider insurance for valuable shipments

Costa Rica Location Information

Region Americas
Subregion Central America
Capital San Jose
Phone Code +506
Currency CRC
Coordinates 10, -84

This page provides information on postal codes and administrative divisions in Costa Rica. We also provide a corresponding map on which you can view the exact location. Costa Rica has 7 states. The currency used in Costa Rica is Costa Rican Colón (CRC) and to make a call to this country you must first dial +506. Costa Rica is located in the Central America subregion of Americas. You can also view the public holidays and holiday calendar for Costa Rica.

Popular Cities in Costa Rica

7 States Postal Codes in Costa Rica

State	Latitude	Longitude
Alajuela Province	10.392	-84.438
Guanacaste Province	10.627	-85.444
Heredia Province	10.474	-84.017
Limón Province	9.99	-83.033
Provincia de Cartago	9.862	-83.921
Puntarenas Province	9.217	-83.336
San José Province	9.913	-84.077

First codes the provinces. Browse all states above to find specific postal codes in Costa Rica.

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Did You Know?

Costa Rica has 7 provinces/states and 159 cities/districts in its postal system.

Costa Rica is located in Americas and uses the Costa Rican Colón (CRC) as its official currency.

Frequently Asked Questions

The postal code format in Costa Rica is NNNNN. Postal codes help ensure efficient mail sorting and delivery.

Costa Rica has 7 states. Each has its own set of postal codes for efficient mail delivery.

The capital of Costa Rica is San Jose.

The international phone code for Costa Rica is +506.

The official currency of Costa Rica is Costa Rican Colón (CRC).

Costa Rica is located in the Central America subregion of Americas, at coordinates 10.00000000, -84.00000000.

Standard international mail to Costa Rica typically takes 7-21 business days. Express services (DHL, FedEx, UPS) deliver in 3-7 business days.

Common prohibited items for Costa Rica include flammable materials, explosives, narcotics, and perishable goods. Check with your carrier for the complete list of restricted items.

Costa Rica uses a postal code system. The term 'ZIP code' is specific to the United States. Most countries refer to their system as 'postal codes' or 'postcodes'.

You can track packages sent to Costa Rica using the tracking number provided by your carrier. Visit the carrier's website (DHL, FedEx, UPS, or the national postal service) and enter your tracking number.

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Nearby Countries

Country	Distance	Latitude	Longitude
Nicaragua	351 km	13	-85
Panama	453 km	9	-80
Honduras	619 km	15	-86.5
El Salvador	684 km	13.833	-88.917
Guatemala	913 km	15.5	-90.25

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