What is Lao People's Democratic Republic's country code?
The country code for Lao People's Democratic Republic is +856.
Country codes are assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
How do I dial Lao People's Democratic Republic?
- International format (recommended)
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+856 [local number]Example:
+856 20 23 123 456 - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+856followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
856, 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 Lao People's Democratic Republic from abroad, drop the leading 0 from the local number.
For example, if the local number is 0XX XXX XXXX, dial +856 XX XXX XXXX.
What time zone is Lao People's Democratic Republic?
Asia/Bangkok
Fair time to call
08:06 PM local time · Late evening
OK for personal calls. Not ideal for business.
How much does it cost to call Lao People's Democratic Republic?
International calls to Lao People's Democratic Republic vary dramatically by provider. Major US carriers charge $3.00/min or more, while VoIP services like DialHard start at $0.15/min.
| Provider | Rate/min | vs DialHard |
|---|---|---|
| AT&T | $3.00 | 95% more |
| Verizon | $2.99 | 95% more |
| T-Mobile | $3.00 | 95% more |
| DialHard | $0.15 | Save ~95% |
Carrier rates are based on published international calling rates without plan add-ons. Your actual rate may vary.
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Frequently asked questions
Is +856 a mobile or landline code?
+856 is the country code for all of Lao People's Democratic Republic—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 Lao People's Democratic Republic connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +856 (not 00856 or 856)
- 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 Lao People's Democratic Republic number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +856 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.