What is Italy's country code?
The country code for Italy is +39.
Country codes are assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
How do I dial Italy?
- International format (recommended)
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+39 [local number]Example:
+39 312 345 6789 - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+39followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
39, then the local number.Common access codes: US/Canada: 011, UK: 00, Australia: 0011
Do I need to drop the leading zero?
Italy numbers don't typically have a trunk prefix to remove. Dial the number as-is after the country code.
What time zone is Italy?
Europe/Rome
Good time to call
02:04 PM local time · Weekend daytime
Good for personal calls.
How much does it cost to call Italy?
International calls to Italy vary dramatically by provider. Major US carriers charge $3.00/min or more, while VoIP services like DialHard start at $0.04/min.
| Provider | Rate/min | vs DialHard |
|---|---|---|
| AT&T | $3.00 | 99% more |
| Verizon | $2.99 | 99% more |
| T-Mobile | $3.00 | 99% more |
| DialHard | $0.04 | Save ~99% |
Carrier rates are based on published international calling rates without plan add-ons. Your actual rate may vary.
Current rates to Italy
$0.04–$0.47/min
Rates vary by mobile vs landline. Billed per minute, rounded up.
Frequently asked questions
Is +39 a mobile or landline code?
+39 is the country code for all of Italy—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 Italy connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +39 (not 0039 or 39)
- 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 Italy number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +39 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.