What is Pakistan's country code?
The country code for Pakistan is +92.
Country codes are assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
How do I dial Pakistan?
- International format (recommended)
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+92 [local number]Example:
+92 301 2345678 - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+92followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
92, 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 Pakistan from abroad, drop the leading 0 from the local number.
For example, if the local number is 0XX XXX XXXX, dial +92 XX XXX XXXX.
What time zone is Pakistan?
Asia/Karachi
Good time to call
06:07 PM local time · Weekend daytime
Good for personal calls.
How much does it cost to call Pakistan?
International calls to Pakistan vary dramatically by provider. Major US carriers charge $3.00/min or more, while VoIP services like DialHard start at $0.22/min.
| Provider | Rate/min | vs DialHard |
|---|---|---|
| AT&T | $3.00 | 93% more |
| Verizon | $2.99 | 93% more |
| T-Mobile | $3.00 | 93% more |
| DialHard | $0.22 | Save ~93% |
Carrier rates are based on published international calling rates without plan add-ons. Your actual rate may vary.
Calling Pakistan
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Frequently asked questions
Is +92 a mobile or landline code?
+92 is the country code for all of Pakistan—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 Pakistan connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +92 (not 0092 or 92)
- 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 Pakistan number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +92 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.