What is Israel's country code?
The country code for Israel is +972.
Country codes are assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
How do I dial Israel?
- International format (recommended)
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+972 [local number]Example:
+972 50-234-5678 - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+972followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
972, 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 Israel from abroad, drop the leading 0 from the local number.
For example, if the local number is 0XX XXX XXXX, dial +972 XX XXX XXXX.
What time zone is Israel?
Asia/Jerusalem
Good time to call
03:05 PM local time · Weekend daytime
Good for personal calls.
How much does it cost to call Israel?
International calls to Israel 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 Israel
$0.06–$0.43/min
Rates vary by mobile vs landline. Billed per minute, rounded up.
Frequently asked questions
Is +972 a mobile or landline code?
+972 is the country code for all of Israel—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 Israel connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +972 (not 00972 or 972)
- 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 Israel number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +972 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.