This is the telephone area code (LADA) for Santa Catarina and other cities in the Monterrey Metropolitan Area, including the state capital Monterrey, in northeastern Mexico.
How to Call Santa Catarina from Overseas
- Dial your country's exit code (International Access Code)
- Dial 52 (Mexico country code)
- Dial the area code (81)
- Dial the local phone number (7 digits)
Example: Calling Santa Catarina from the Philippines
00 52 81 123 4567
Where:
00 = Philippines exit code
52 = Mexico country code
81 = Santa Catarina area code
123 4567 = Local phone number
Quick Facts
About Santa Catarina
Santa Catarina is a municipality in the state of Nuevo Leon, part of the Monterrey Metropolitan Area. It is known for its dramatic mountain scenery within the Sierra Madre Oriental range, industrial areas, and as a growing residential and commercial center.
Population
Approx. 306,322 (2020)
Growing municipality
Founded
1596 (as settlement)
Demonym
Catarinense
Elevation
680 m (2,230 ft)
Key Feature
Mountainous terrain
Geography
Sierra Madre Oriental
Geographic and Economic Profile
Santa Catarina combines industrial development with natural mountain landscapes:
Industrial Zones
Manufacturing facilities
Mountain Scenery
Cerro de la Silla landmark
Residential Growth
New housing developments
Commerce
Shopping and services
Transportation
Highway connections
Natural Areas
Parks and recreational spaces
Other Monterrey Metro Area Cities with Area Code 81
Monterrey
State capital
Apodaca
Industrial and airport hub
Guadalupe
Major suburb
San Nicolás
Affluent municipality
Escobedo
Industrial city
San Pedro Garza García
Wealthy suburb
Common Exit Codes for Calling Mexico
When calling Santa Catarina from these countries, use these exit codes:
United States & Canada
011
United Kingdom & EU
00
Australia
0011
Thailand
001
Singapore
001
Hong Kong
001