What is Albania's country code?
The country code for Albania is +355.
Country codes are assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
How do I dial Albania?
- International format (recommended)
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+355 [local number]Example:
+355 67 212 3456 - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+355followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
355, 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 Albania from abroad, drop the leading 0 from the local number.
For example, if the local number is 0XX XXX XXXX, dial +355 XX XXX XXXX.
What time zone is Albania?
Europe/Tirane
Good time to call
02:08 PM local time · Weekend daytime
Good for personal calls.
How much does it cost to call Albania?
International calls to Albania vary dramatically by provider. Major US carriers charge $3.00/min or more, while VoIP services like DialHard start at $0.36/min.
| Provider | Rate/min | vs DialHard |
|---|---|---|
| AT&T | $3.00 | 88% more |
| Verizon | $2.99 | 88% more |
| T-Mobile | $3.00 | 88% more |
| DialHard | $0.36 | Save ~88% |
Carrier rates are based on published international calling rates without plan add-ons. Your actual rate may vary.
Calling Albania
Direct calling to Albania isn't available yet. View available destinations.
Frequently asked questions
Is +355 a mobile or landline code?
+355 is the country code for all of Albania—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 Albania connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +355 (not 00355 or 355)
- 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 Albania number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +355 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.