Is 21303 the correct postal code for San José?

Yes, 21303 is the verified postal code for San José, Alajuela Province, Costa Rica. Always use this code when sending mail or packages to this location.

How many postal codes does San José have?

San José area has 4 postal code(s). The primary postal code is 21303.

What is the postal code format for San José?

The postal code San José for 21303 follows the format 'NNNNN' and consists of 5 characters.

Where exactly is San José located?

San José is located in Alajuela Province, Costa Rica at coordinates 10.95173000° latitude and -85.13610000° longitude.

How do I address mail to San José?

When addressing mail to San José, include the postal code 21303, the district name 'San José', city 'Alajuela Province', and country 'Costa Rica' (CR).

What is the country code for sending mail to San José?

Use country code 'CR' and postal code 21303 when sending international mail to San José, Alajuela Province, Costa Rica.

Can I track packages sent to San José with postal code 21303?

Yes, packages sent to San José with postal code 21303 can be tracked using the tracking number provided by your shipping carrier.

What phone code should I use to call San José?

To call San José from abroad, dial +506 followed by the local number. The international country code for Costa Rica is CR.

Is San José a safe area in Alajuela Province?

San José is an established area in Alajuela Province, Costa Rica. For specific safety information, please consult local resources and travel advisories.

Postal Codes of San José, Alajuela Province, Costa Rica

Country

Costa Rica

Location

San José

Postal Code

21303

What is San José (Costa Rica) postal/zip code?

The postal code for San José is 21303. Postal codes in San José consist of 5 characters following the format NNNNN. San José is located in Alajuela Province, Costa Rica, and is part of the Central America region. This postal code is essential for accurate mail delivery, online shopping, and official documentation. Whether you're sending a package, filling out a form, or verifying an address, using the correct postal code ensures your mail reaches its destination without delays. You can scan the QR code on the right to quickly save or share the complete address information for San José.

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How to Address Mail to San José

Standard Address Format (click to edit)

RecipientJohn Doe

Street123 Example Street

DistrictSan José

City & Postal21303 Alajuela Province

CountryCOSTA RICA

Addressing Tips for Costa Rica - San José

Postal code format: NNNNN
Write postal code before the city name
Country name in UPPERCASE on last line
Include district name for faster delivery
ISO country code: CR

Shipping to San José, Costa Rica

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Domestic Delivery

2-5 days

Within Costa Rica

International

7-21 days

Varies by origin

Customs Threshold

Duty-free limit

Local Carriers in San José

Correos de Costa Rica Grupo Taca

San José: International Carriers

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Shipping Tips (San José)

Always include postal code 21303 for faster delivery
Items above $0 may incur customs duties
Track your package using the carrier's tracking number
Consider insurance for valuable shipments

San José Costa Rica Location Information

Region Americas
Subregion Central America
State Alajuela Province
Phone Code +506
Currency CRC
Coordinates 10.9517, -85.1361

This page provides information on postal codes and administrative divisions in San José, Alajuela Province. We also provide a corresponding map on which you can view the exact location. Alajuela Province has 29 districts. The currency used in San José is Costa Rican Colón (CRC) and to make a call to this area you must first dial +506. San José is located in the Americas subregion of Central America. You can check the current local time in San José before making a call.

4 Postal Codes in San José

Area	State	Place	Postal Code
San José	Alajuela Province	San José o Pizote	21303
San José	Alajuela Province	Delicias	21305
San José	Alajuela Province	Aguas Claras	21302
San José	Alajuela Province	Upala	21301

San José is located in Alajuela Province, Costa Rica. First codes the provinces. The postal codes listed above cover all areas within San José.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The postal code of San José, Alajuela Province, Costa Rica is 21303. This 5-character code follows the format NNNNN.

San José has approximately 4 postal codes covering different areas and neighborhoods within the district.

San José is located in Alajuela Province, Costa Rica. It is part of the Americas region and Central America subregion. The coordinates are 10.95173000, -85.13610000.

To call San José, Costa Rica, you need to dial the international code +506 followed by the local number.

The currency used in San José, Costa Rica is Costa Rican Colón (CRC). The currency symbol is ₡.

The nearest major city to San José is Alajuela Province, approximately 0 km away.

You can verify San José postal codes on PostalZipCode.co. Enter the postal code in the search bar to see its location, district, and city details.

Nearby Locations

City	State	Distance	Latitude	Longitude
Upala	Alajuela Province	12 km	10.85	-85.167
Bijagua	Alajuela Province	26 km	10.733	-85.057
Guatuso	Alajuela Province	46 km	10.667	-84.833
Los Chiles	Alajuela Province	52 km	10.867	-84.667
La Fortuna	Alajuela Province	76 km	10.471	-84.645
Pocosol	Alajuela Province	86 km	10.367	-84.617
San Carlos	Alajuela Province	89 km	10.583	-84.417
Quesada	Alajuela Province	104 km	10.324	-84.427
Pital	Alajuela Province	109 km	10.451	-84.274
Zarcero	Alajuela Province	116 km	10.2	-84.4

Other Costa Rica in States

State	Distance	Latitude	Longitude
Guanacaste Province	49 km	10.627	-85.444
Heredia Province	133 km	10.474	-84.017
San José Province	164 km	9.913	-84.077
Provincia de Cartago	180 km	9.862	-83.921
Limón Province	254 km	9.99	-83.033

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Postal Codes by Country

Country	Distance	Latitude	Longitude
Nicaragua	228 km	13	-85
Honduras	474 km	15	-86.5
El Salvador	521 km	13.833	-88.917
Panama	603 km	9	-80
Guatemala	750 km	15.5	-90.25