What is Bangladesh's country code?
The country code for Bangladesh is +880.
Country codes are assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
How do I dial Bangladesh?
- International format (recommended)
-
+880 [local number]Example:
+880 1812-345678 - From a mobile phone
-
Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+880followed by the local number. - From a landline
-
Dial your country's international access code, then
880, 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 Bangladesh from abroad, drop the leading 0 from the local number.
For example, if the local number is 0XX XXX XXXX, dial +880 XX XXX XXXX.
What time zone is Bangladesh?
Asia/Dhaka
Good time to call
07:07 PM local time · Weekend daytime
Good for personal calls.
How much does it cost to call Bangladesh?
International calls to Bangladesh vary dramatically by provider. Major US carriers charge $3.00/min or more, while VoIP services like DialHard start at $0.10/min.
| Provider | Rate/min | vs DialHard |
|---|---|---|
| AT&T | $3.00 | 97% more |
| Verizon | $2.99 | 97% more |
| T-Mobile | $3.00 | 97% more |
| DialHard | $0.10 | Save ~97% |
Carrier rates are based on published international calling rates without plan add-ons. Your actual rate may vary.
Current rates to Bangladesh
$0.10/min
Rates vary by mobile vs landline. Billed per minute, rounded up.
Frequently asked questions
Is +880 a mobile or landline code?
+880 is the country code for all of Bangladesh—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 Bangladesh connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +880 (not 00880 or 880)
- 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 Bangladesh number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +880 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.