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Costa Rica, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil – Brazil Flag

Current Date And Time In Costa Rica, Brazil

Sunday, 26 July 2026
03:47:56 BRT
Currency: Brazilian Real (BRL)
Timezone: UTC -03:00 (BRT)
Population: 12,930
District: Iguatemi

✈️ Costa Rica, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Costa Rica, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil using verified regional travel data — plug socket types, voltage and frequency ratings, local emergency numbers, road traffic direction, country calling code and internet domain. A ready-to-use reference for field teams, travel planners, device shippers, remote workers and regional managers handling on-ground operations in Costa Rica.

Why It Matters: Arriving in Costa Rica with the wrong plug adapter can damage your devices beyond repair. Dialling the wrong emergency number wastes critical response time. Driving on the wrong side of the road is a direct safety hazard. This verified regional data helps you prepare fully before reaching Costa Rica — so every trip, deployment or shipment runs without a hitch.

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Brazil, which includes Costa Rica, follow Right-hand traffic — check road rules for Brazil before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Brazil's time zone -05:00 to -02:00, country calling code +55 (exit prefix 00) and country internet domain .BR. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Costa Rica.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side➡️ Right side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)-05:00 to -02:00
📞 Country Calling Code+55
☎️ International Exit Prefix00
🌐 Internet Domain.BR

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Brazil — police 190, ambulance 192, fire brigade 193. Store these in your phone before you reach Costa Rica. In a real crisis, calling the wrong number delays help by critical minutes. These contacts are relied upon by corporate travel coordinators, health and safety officers, on-ground field staff and expat support teams as part of pre-deployment safety planning and duty-of-care procedures in Costa Rica.

🚔
Police
190
🚑
Ambulance
192
🚒
Fire
193

📊 Brazil At A Glance

Key United Nations development indicators for Brazil — a fast read on healthcare quality, education level and economic strength of the country you are visiting.

🌟
HDI Score
0.754
High
👤
Life Expectancy
76.0
years
📚
Literacy Rate
94.7%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$10,311
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
6.0%
of labour force

📊 Source: UNDP / World Bank country indicators. See the full Brazil development profile.

✈️ Nearest Airports

Airports closest to Costa Rica for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Costa Rica
Regional Airport
Aeropuerto Nacional de Salto del Guaira
Salto del Guaira, PY
75
km away
Nearest to Campo Grande (Capital)
Regional Airport • CGR
Campo Grande Airport
Campo Grande, BR
4
km from Campo Grande

📍 Each distance is measured from the location center named in that row — Costa Rica's exact coordinates, or Campo Grande's coordinates for the capital-airport entry.

✈️ How Far Is Costa Rica From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Costa Rica to the world's major travel hubs, with an estimated non-stop flight time for each route. Sorted nearest first — a quick reference for comparing route options, layover planning and rough journey budgeting before checking live fares.

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)Est. Flight Time
New York (United States)7,406 km4,602 mi~ 9h 28m
Toronto (Canada)7,874 km4,892 mi~ 10h 01m
Los Angeles (United States)9,269 km5,760 mi~ 11h 39m
Paris (France)9,819 km6,101 mi~ 12h 18m
London (United Kingdom)9,877 km6,137 mi~ 12h 22m
Auckland (New Zealand)11,548 km7,175 mi~ 14h 20m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)12,997 km8,076 mi~ 16h 02m
Sydney (Australia)13,083 km8,129 mi~ 16h 08m
Singapore (Singapore)16,638 km10,338 mi~ 20h 19m
Tokyo (Japan)18,077 km11,233 mi~ 22h 01m

✈ Flight times are estimates for a direct flight at typical cruise speed (~850 km/h) plus taxi and climb time; actual schedules, winds and routings will vary.

⏰ Local Time Offset & DST Status

Operating schedule alignment for Costa Rica, Brazil is set to Brasilia Time (BRT) with a current offset of UTC -03:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Costa Rica requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneBrasilia Time (BRT)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC -03:00
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time3:47 AM on Sunday, July 26, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Costa Rica to Major World Cities

It is currently 2:47 AM on Sunday in Costa Rica. The table below shows the live local time in the world's key business and travel hubs, and how far each one runs ahead of or behind Costa Rica right now (daylight saving time is already included). Use it to plan international calls, meeting schedules and flight arrivals without time-zone mistakes.

CityCurrent Local TimeCompared To Costa Rica
New York (United States)Sun, 2:47 AMSame time
Los Angeles (United States)Sat, 11:47 PM3h behind
Toronto (Canada)Sun, 2:47 AMSame time
London (United Kingdom)Sun, 7:47 AM5h ahead
Paris (France)Sun, 8:47 AM6h ahead
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Sun, 10:47 AM8h ahead
Singapore (Singapore)Sun, 2:47 PM12h ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Sun, 3:47 PM13h ahead
Sydney (Australia)Sun, 4:47 PM14h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Sun, 6:47 PM16h ahead

ℹ Differences are calculated live from the IANA time-zone database, so active daylight saving periods in either location are automatically reflected.

💱 Money In Costa Rica — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Costa Rica is the Brazilian real (BRL), written as R$. The reference values below show roughly what one unit of each major world currency converts to — handy for a quick mental benchmark when checking prices, tipping or withdrawing cash on arrival.

$ 1 US Dollar
R$ 5.09
BRL
€ 1 Euro
R$ 5.79
BRL
£ 1 British Pound
R$ 6.78
BRL
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
R$ 3.55
BRL
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
R$ 3.61
BRL

💰 Indicative mid-market cross-rates, last refreshed July 25, 2026. See the full currency profile & live rates before exchanging money.

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Costa Rica

Knowing which languages are used in Costa Rica helps with signage, transport bookings, hiring local guides and emergency communication. English proficiency varies by region — learning a few greetings in the local language always earns goodwill.

Official language(s):
GermanEast PomeranianHunsrückischTalianNheengatuBaniwaTucanoGuaraní
National language(s):
Portuguese

🗣 Explore the complete language profile including regional languages and speaker statistics.

🗺️ Nearby Cities Proximity Directory

Aerial distance, direction bearings and direct links to travel standards guides for cities closest to Costa Rica. Used by logistics coordinators, supply chain managers and on-ground operational teams to plan intercity routing, cross-border deliveries and transport corridors.

Nearby CityDistance (mi)Distance (km)HeadingDirection
Iguatemi (Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil)19 mi31 kmSSE
⬆️
Tacuru (Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil)28 mi44 kmWSW
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Itaquiraí (Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil)30 mi48 kmEast (E)
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Eldorado (Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil)35 mi56 kmSE
⬆️
Japorã (Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil)36 mi58 kmSSE
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🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Costa Rica

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Costa Rica is the Christ the Redeemer (Brazil), about 1,170 km away. Straight-line distances from Costa Rica to all seven wonders, nearest first — a fun bucket-list planner with a full visiting guide for each monument.

WonderLocationDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil1,170 km727 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru2,203 km1,369 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico6,128 km3,808 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy10,008 km6,218 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan11,303 km7,024 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India15,268 km9,487 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China17,938 km11,146 mi

🏛 Click any wonder for its full visiting guide — entrance fees, best time to visit, how to get there and travel tips. Or browse all 7 Wonders of the World.

🌐 State & Country Travel Guides

Costa Rica shares the same national travel standards as the rest of Mato Grosso do Sul and Brazil. For a broader view covering more cities and regional context, see the full state and country travel guides.

✈️ Mato Grosso do Sul Travel GuideView travel standards for all of Mato Grosso do Sul, including major hub cities.
✈️ Brazil Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for Brazil.

⚡ Electrical Standards

Power supply in Costa Rica, Brazil runs at 127 V / 220V / 60Hz using Type C/N socket. Always check your device's input rating before plugging in — connecting a 110V appliance to a 220–240V outlet will permanently burn it out. Carry the right plug adapter for Costa Rica and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in Costa Rica.

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage127 V / 220 V
🔄 Frequency60 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
CType C: Two round pins (Europlug)
NType N: Two round pins (IEC standard)
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🧭 Costa Rica's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Costa Rica

A dead phone charger is a rough way to start a trip to Costa Rica. Confirm the local socket type and voltage in the Electrical Standards table above before you leave home, then pack a universal adapter rather than hunting for the right plug once you land.

🚒 Save These Numbers Before You Land

Emergency response only helps if you dial the right line. Store the Emergency Numbers listed above in your phone the moment you arrive in Costa Rica — not after something goes wrong. Corporate travel desks and family back home should keep the same list on file.

🚦 Rules of the Road in Costa Rica

Costa Rica keeps Right-hand traffic, same as the rest of Brazil. Arriving from a country with opposite-side traffic takes a minute to recalibrate — roundabouts and multi-lane junctions are where the mistake usually happens. See the Driving & General Info card above for the full reference.

✈️ Landing Near Costa Rica

The closest airport to Costa Rica is Aeropuerto Nacional de Salto del Guaira, about 75 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for the airport nearest the state capital too — worth checking if it offers more direct routes.

🕑 Calling Costa Rica From Abroad

Every call, meeting invite or delivery ETA involving Costa Rica needs to account for its UTC offset — check the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above before you schedule anything. A miscounted time zone is one of the most common reasons a call with partners in Costa Rica gets missed.

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Costa Rica

Costa Rica rarely sits in isolation. See the Nearby Cities Proximity Directory above for the closest towns, their distance and compass heading from Costa Rica — handy for a multi-stop road trip or a same-day delivery loop.

🔎 Explore More About Costa Rica

ℹ️ Costa Rica OverviewSee the full profile of Costa Rica — population, GPS, timezone and more.
🗺 Costa Rica MapView the satellite map with precise GPS coordinates.
📍 Nearby CitiesExplore cities near Costa Rica for distance and direction.
💰 Costa Rica CurrencyCheck live exchange rates before you budget your trip.

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Costa Rica

What side of the road do people drive on in Costa Rica?

Costa Rica, like the rest of Brazil, drives on the Right. Confirm this before renting a car or booking a driver — see the Driving & General Info card above for the country's full road-rule reference.

What voltage and plug type does Costa Rica use?

Costa Rica runs on 127 V / 220V / 60Hz power through Type C/N sockets. Pack a matching adapter or a universal one — see the Electrical Standards table above for full plug descriptions.

What are the emergency numbers in Costa Rica?

In Costa Rica, reach police on 190, ambulance on 192, fire brigade on 193. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to Costa Rica?

Aeropuerto Nacional de Salto del Guaira is the nearest airport to Costa Rica, about 75 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

What time zone is Costa Rica in, and does it observe daylight saving?

Costa Rica runs on Brasilia Time (UTC -05:00 to -02:00). See the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above, plus a live time-difference table against major world cities.

What languages are spoken in Costa Rica?

Costa Rica shares the official and regional languages of Mato Grosso do Sul and Brazil — see the Languages Spoken card above for the full breakdown. Learning a greeting or two in the local language goes a long way with vendors and drivers.

Can I use my home currency in Costa Rica?

No — Costa Rica uses the Brazilian real (BRL), symbol R$. Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full Costa Rica currency page for live rates.