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How to Call Afghanistan

Country code: +93


What is Afghanistan's country code?

The country code for Afghanistan is +93.

Country codes are assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).

How do I dial Afghanistan?

International format (recommended)

+93 [local number]

Example: +93 70 123 4567

From a mobile phone

Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial +93 followed by the local number.

From a landline

Dial your country's international access code, then 93, then the local number.

Common access codes: US/Canada: 011, UK: 00, Australia: 0011

Do I need to drop the leading zero?

Yes. When calling Afghanistan from abroad, drop the leading 0 from the local number. For example, if the local number is 0XX XXX XXXX, dial +93 XX XXX XXXX.

What time zone is Afghanistan?

Asia/Kabul

Good time to call

05:38 PM local time · Weekend daytime

Good for personal calls.

How much does it cost to call Afghanistan?

International calls to Afghanistan vary dramatically by provider. Major US carriers charge $3.00/min or more, while VoIP services like DialHard start at $0.50/min.

Provider Rate/min vs DialHard
AT&T $3.00 83% more
Verizon $2.99 83% more
T-Mobile $3.00 83% more
DialHard $0.50 Save ~83%

Carrier rates are based on published international calling rates without plan add-ons. Your actual rate may vary.

Calling Afghanistan

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Frequently asked questions

Is +93 a mobile or landline code?

+93 is the country code for all of Afghanistan—both mobile and landline numbers use this code. The digits after the country code may indicate the number type, but this varies by country.

Why won't my call to Afghanistan connect?

Common issues:

  • Wrong format: Make sure you're using +93 (not 0093 or 93)
  • Extra digits: Remove any trunk prefix (usually 0) from the start of the local number
  • Missing digits: Ensure you have the complete local number after the country code
How do I save a Afghanistan number in my contacts?

Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +93 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.