Nicaragua country code, +505 explained.
Nicaragua, Central America's largest country, connects a growing economy rooted in agriculture, textiles, and emerging tourism.
Full dial format
+505 XXX XXXXXXX
Nicaragua
NI
2 Digit ISO
+505
Country Calling Code
NIC
3 Digit ISO
Capital
Managua
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Time Zone
America/Managua
Weather · Managua
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How To Call Nicaragua: Country Code +505
Calling Nicaragua from abroad is simple. Just follow these four steps to connect.
Know Your Exit Code
Every country has an exit code for international calls. In the US it is "011". Look yours up online — it takes seconds.
Dial Nicaragua Country Code
Dial +505 right after your exit code. This is the country code for Nicaragua.
Find the Area Code
Cities in Nicaragua use different area codes. Find the one for the place you are calling.
Dial the Local Phone Number
Enter the 6–8 digit number of the person or business you want to reach.
Example
To call a friend in a Nicaraguacity with the area code and local number, you'd dial (from the US): 011 · +505 · [area code] · [local number]
Or use +505 directly on mobile — no exit code needed.
Nicaragua — Key Facts & Calling Guide
Everything you need before dialing Nicaragua.
Country Details
- Country Code+505
- CapitalManagua
- RegionAmericas
- TimezoneAmerica/Managua
- Numbering ZoneZone 5
- Code LengthN/A
How to Dial Nicaragua
- 1Dial your exit code (e.g. 011 from the US, 00 from Europe).
- 2Add the country code: +505.
- 3Enter the area code, if the city requires one.
- 4Dial the local subscriber number.
Full Dial Format
Exit Code + 505 + Area + Number
Additional Tips
A few things to keep in mind before you dial Nicaragua — from mobile prefixes to timing your call just right.
Mobile Phones
Drop the leading "0" in the area code and dial directly after +505 when reaching mobiles in Nicaragua.
Cost
International calls to Nicaragua can cost more than domestic ones — use Teloz VoIP for carrier-grade rates.
Time Differences
Nicaragua runs on America/Managua. It's currently --:-- there — call at a sensible local hour.
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