+44 — United Kingdom
+44 is the international calling code for United Kingdom. Here's everything you need to know about dialing United Kingdom from abroad.
How to Dial +44 (United Kingdom)
Dial exit code
From the US or Canada, dial 011 (or use + on mobile). From the UK, dial 00. Most countries use 00 as the international access code.
Dial the country code +44
Enter 44 — this tells the phone network you're calling United Kingdom.
Dial the local number
Enter the subscriber's local phone number. Drop any leading 0 from the local number — the country code replaces it.
+44 XXX XXX XXXX Replace X's with the local number Guides for calling United Kingdom
Tips for Calling United Kingdom
Drop the Leading Zero
When dialing internationally, remove the leading 0 from the local number. So if the local number is 0XX XXX XXXX, dial +44 XX XXX XXXX.
Use + Instead of Exit Code
On mobile phones, use the + symbol (hold 0 or press * twice) instead of your country's exit code. It works from anywhere in the world.
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Check the Time Zone
Always check what time it is in United Kingdom before calling. A badly-timed call at 3 AM won't be appreciated no matter how cheap the rate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What country uses the +44 calling code?
The +44 calling code is assigned to United Kingdom. When dialing internationally, use +44 followed by the local phone number.
How do I dial a +44 number from the US?
From a US phone, dial 011 44 followed by the local number. From a mobile, you can use the + format: +44 then the local number. With CheapCalls.cloud, just enter the full number starting with +44 — we handle the rest.
How do I call United Kingdom cheaply?
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Is +44 a mobile or landline code?
+44 is the country code for United Kingdom, not a mobile or landline indicator. Within United Kingdom, mobile and landline numbers have different local prefixes after the +44 country code.
What time zone is United Kingdom in?
Check the current time in United Kingdom before calling to avoid inconvenient hours. Business hours are typically 9 AM – 6 PM local time. CheapCalls.cloud charges the same low rate 24/7 — no peak or off-peak pricing.
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