Country Code +505

Nicaragua uses the international dialing code +505

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Which Country Has Code +505?

Nicaragua uses the international dialing code +505.

Looking for US area code 505?

505 is also a US area code in New Mexico. A US number looks like (505) XXX-XXXX or +1 505 XXX XXXX. A number starting with +505 (no 1 in front) is an international call to Nicaragua.

How to Call a +505 Number from the US

Numbers in Nicaragua have 8 digits after +505. There is no leading 0 to drop: dial every digit as written.

Number	From a US landline	From a mobile
Mobile starts with 55, 57–58, 62–65, 67–69, 75–78 or 8	`011 505 81XX XXXX`	`+505 81XX XXXX`
Landline starts with 2	`011 505 2123 XXXX`	`+505 2123 XXXX`
Toll-free starts with 18	`011 505 1800 XXXX`	`+505 1800 XXXX`

X stands for any digit. Toll-free numbers often can't be reached from abroad. Full list of number types: Nicaragua phone number format.

Got a Call From +505?

A number starting with +505 is registered in Nicaragua. If you know someone there, it may be them. If you don't, be careful before you call back.

Reading a +505 number

•Mobile if the digits after +505 start with 55, 57–58, 62–65, 67–69, 75–78 or 8 (+505 81XX XXXX).
•Local time: 3:03 AM in Managua right now, an unusual hour for a genuine call.

•Don't call back a number you don't recognize. One-ring scams hang up after a ring or two so you return the call, which can add a per-minute charge on top of an international rate.
•Caller ID can be faked. The code shown is not proof of where the caller really is.
•Real callers leave a message. If it matters, they'll text, email or leave a voicemail. Otherwise, block the number.

Country Code +505 FAQ

Which country has country code 505?

+505 is the country code of Nicaragua. Numbers have 8 digits after +505.

Is a +505 number a mobile or a landline?

In Nicaragua, mobile numbers start with 55, 57–58, 62–65, 67–69, 75–78 or 8 after +505, for example +505 81XX XXXX. Other numbers are landlines or special services.

What time is it in Nicaragua right now?

It is 3:03 AM on Friday in Managua (UTC−6), 2 hours behind New York. To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM there, call between 11:00 AM–10:00 PM EDT.

How do I call a +505 number from the US?

From a US landline, dial 011 505 81XX XXXX. From a mobile, dial +505 81XX XXXX.

I got a call from +505. Should I call back?

Not if you don't recognize the number. Calling back +505 is an international call. It is 3:03 AM in Nicaragua right now, an unusual hour for a genuine call. Caller ID can be faked, and a real caller will leave a message.

Nicaragua Quick Info

Country	Nicaragua
Dialing Code	+505
ISO-2 Code	`ni`
ISO-3 Code	`NIC`
Capital	Managua
Continent	North America
Population	7,007,502
Currency	Nicaraguan gold cordoba
Domain	`ni`

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Time in Managua

3:03 AM

Friday · UTC−6 · 2 hours behind New York

To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM there, call between 11:00 AM–10:00 PM EDT (8:00 AM–7:00 PM PDT).