What is United Kingdom's country code?
The country code for United Kingdom is +44.
Country codes are assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
How do I dial United Kingdom?
- International format (recommended)
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+44 [local number]Example:
+44 7400 123456 - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+44followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
44, 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 United Kingdom from abroad, drop the leading 0 from the local number.
For example, if the local number is 0XX XXX XXXX, dial +44 XX XXX XXXX.
What time zone is United Kingdom?
Europe/London
Good time to call
01:07 PM local time · Weekend daytime
Good for personal calls.
How much does it cost to call United Kingdom?
International calls to United Kingdom 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.
Tips for calling United Kingdom
Based on patterns from DialHard users and support data:
- UK mobile numbers starting with 074/075/076 are often virtual - connection may take longer.
- Business calls between 9-10 AM GMT have 23% higher answer rate than afternoon.
DialHard users made 120 calls to United Kingdom last month.
Current rates to United Kingdom
$0.04–$1.38/min
Rates vary by mobile vs landline. Billed per minute, rounded up.
Frequently asked questions
Is +44 a mobile or landline code?
+44 is the country code for all of United Kingdom—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 United Kingdom connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +44 (not 0044 or 44)
- 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 United Kingdom number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +44 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.