What is Hong Kong's country code?
The country code for Hong Kong is +852.
Country codes are assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
How do I dial Hong Kong?
- International format (recommended)
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+852 [local number]Example:
+852 5123 4567 - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+852followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
852, then the local number.Common access codes: US/Canada: 011, UK: 00, Australia: 0011
Do I need to drop the leading zero?
Hong Kong numbers don't typically have a trunk prefix to remove. Dial the number as-is after the country code.
What time zone is Hong Kong?
Asia/Hong_Kong
Fair time to call
09:07 PM local time · Late evening
OK for personal calls. Not ideal for business.
How much does it cost to call Hong Kong?
International calls to Hong Kong vary dramatically by provider. Major US carriers charge $3.00/min or more, while VoIP services like DialHard start at $0.06/min.
| Provider | Rate/min | vs DialHard |
|---|---|---|
| AT&T | $3.00 | 98% more |
| Verizon | $2.99 | 98% more |
| T-Mobile | $3.00 | 98% more |
| DialHard | $0.06 | Save ~98% |
Carrier rates are based on published international calling rates without plan add-ons. Your actual rate may vary.
Current rates to Hong Kong
$0.06–$0.08/min
Rates vary by mobile vs landline. Billed per minute, rounded up.
Frequently asked questions
Is +852 a mobile or landline code?
+852 is the country code for all of Hong Kong—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 Hong Kong connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +852 (not 00852 or 852)
- 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 Hong Kong number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +852 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.