What is South Korea's country code?
The country code for South Korea is +82.
Country codes are assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
How do I dial South Korea?
- International format (recommended)
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+82 [local number]Example:
+82 10-2000-0000 - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+82followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
82, 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 South Korea from abroad, drop the leading 0 from the local number.
For example, if the local number is 0XX XXX XXXX, dial +82 XX XXX XXXX.
What time zone is South Korea?
Asia/Seoul
Not a good time to call
10:06 PM local time · Late night / early morning
Most people are sleeping.
How much does it cost to call South Korea?
International calls to South Korea vary dramatically by provider. Major US carriers charge $3.00/min or more, while VoIP services like DialHard start at $0.07/min.
| Provider | Rate/min | vs DialHard |
|---|---|---|
| AT&T | $3.00 | 98% more |
| Verizon | $2.99 | 98% more |
| T-Mobile | $3.00 | 98% more |
| DialHard | $0.07 | Save ~98% |
Carrier rates are based on published international calling rates without plan add-ons. Your actual rate may vary.
Current rates to South Korea
$0.07/min
Rates vary by mobile vs landline. Billed per minute, rounded up.
Frequently asked questions
Is +82 a mobile or landline code?
+82 is the country code for all of South Korea—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 South Korea connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +82 (not 0082 or 82)
- 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 South Korea number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +82 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.