How do I dial Cuba from the US?

Dial +53 followed by the local number. From a landline, dial 011-53 then the local number.

DialHard - How to Call Cuba: Country Code +53

What is Cuba's country code?

The country code for Cuba is +53.

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

How do I dial Cuba?

International format (recommended)

+53 [local number]

Example: +53 5 1234567

From a mobile phone

Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial +53 followed by the local number.

From a landline

Dial your country's international access code, then 53, 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 Cuba from abroad, drop the leading 0 from the local number. For example, if the local number is 0XX XXX XXXX, dial +53 XX XXX XXXX.

What time zone is Cuba?

America/Havana

Fair time to call

08:03 AM local time · Early morning

OK for personal calls. Not ideal for business.

Frequently asked questions

Is +53 a mobile or landline code?

+53 is the country code for all of Cuba—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 Cuba connect?

Common issues:

Wrong format: Make sure you're using +53 (not 0053 or 53)
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 Cuba number in my contacts?

Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +53 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.