What is Romania's country code?
The country code for Romania is +40.
Country codes are assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
How do I dial Romania?
- International format (recommended)
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+40 [local number]Example:
+40 712 034 567 - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+40followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
40, 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 Romania from abroad, drop the leading 0 from the local number.
For example, if the local number is 0XX XXX XXXX, dial +40 XX XXX XXXX.
What time zone is Romania?
Europe/Bucharest
Good time to call
03:03 PM local time · Weekend daytime
Good for personal calls.
How much does it cost to call Romania?
International calls to Romania vary dramatically by provider. Major US carriers charge $3.00/min or more, while VoIP services like DialHard start at $0.03/min.
| Provider | Rate/min | vs DialHard |
|---|---|---|
| AT&T | $3.00 | 99% more |
| Verizon | $2.99 | 99% more |
| T-Mobile | $3.00 | 99% more |
| DialHard | $0.03 | Save ~99% |
Carrier rates are based on published international calling rates without plan add-ons. Your actual rate may vary.
Current rates to Romania
$0.03–$0.06/min
Rates vary by mobile vs landline. Billed per minute, rounded up.
Frequently asked questions
Is +40 a mobile or landline code?
+40 is the country code for all of Romania—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 Romania connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +40 (not 0040 or 40)
- 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 Romania number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +40 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.