What is Guatemala's country code?
The country code for Guatemala is +502.
Country codes are assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
How do I dial Guatemala?
- International format (recommended)
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+502 [local number]Example:
+502 5123 4567 - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+502followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
502, then the local number.Common access codes: US/Canada: 011, UK: 00, Australia: 0011
Do I need to drop the leading zero?
Guatemala numbers don't typically have a trunk prefix to remove. Dial the number as-is after the country code.
What time zone is Guatemala?
America/Guatemala
Not a good time to call
07:04 AM local time · Late night / early morning
Most people are sleeping.
How much does it cost to call Guatemala?
International calls to Guatemala vary dramatically by provider. Major US carriers charge $3.00/min or more, while VoIP services like DialHard start at $0.28/min.
| Provider | Rate/min | vs DialHard |
|---|---|---|
| AT&T | $3.00 | 91% more |
| Verizon | $2.99 | 91% more |
| T-Mobile | $3.00 | 91% more |
| DialHard | $0.28 | Save ~91% |
Carrier rates are based on published international calling rates without plan add-ons. Your actual rate may vary.
Current rates to Guatemala
$0.28–$0.34/min
Rates vary by mobile vs landline. Billed per minute, rounded up.
Frequently asked questions
Is +502 a mobile or landline code?
+502 is the country code for all of Guatemala—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 Guatemala connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +502 (not 00502 or 502)
- 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 Guatemala number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +502 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.