United Kingdom country code (+44) — formats & examples
Use +44 to call United Kingdom. See number formats, common mistakes, and plan the best time to call.
Dialing information
- Country code+44
- LanguagesEnglish
- Time zonesEurope/London
- Phonecall rate$0.03/min
Landline$0.03/minMobile$0.06/min
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Place a callCalling format
- Country code+44
- Mobile format pattern+44 XXXX XXXXXX
- Landline format pattern+44 XX XXXX XXXX
- NotesOmit leading 0 when using country code; include area code where applicable.
Valid number patterns
Valid mobile number pattern
+44 XXXX XXXXXX
e.g. +44 7400 123456
Valid landline number pattern
+44 XX XXXX XXXX
Time difference
United Kingdom is 5 hours ahead of United States.
Best time to call: 04:00 to 13:00 your local time.
Dialing specifics for United Kingdom
- United Kingdom observes a single time zone.
- Drop the national trunk prefix 0 after +44 when calling from abroad.
- Area codes vary in length, so the local number length changes by city.
- Mobile numbers start with 07.
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about calling United Kingdom with the +44 country code.
- Do I need to install an app to call United Kingdom?
- No app download is necessary. You can call numbers in United Kingdom directly from your browser using Phonecall. Just enter the United Kingdom phone number (+44) to get started.
- What is an example of a mobile or landline number in United Kingdom?
- A typical mobile number format is: +44 123456789. A landline number might look like: +44 12345678. Omit any leading 0.
- Are there any special tips for calling United Kingdom internationally?
- Remember to take into account the time zones in United Kingdom, and the fact that primary languages are English. Dial +44 before the local number.
- How much does it cost to call United Kingdom?
- Calling United Kingdom with Phonecall starts from $0.03/min for landlines and $0.06/min for mobile numbers. We show the rate before you dial.
- What languages are spoken in United Kingdom?
- In United Kingdom, the main languages spoken are English.
- Which time zones does United Kingdom use?
- United Kingdom has the following time zones: Europe/London. Make sure to check local time before placing your call.
Call planning
Check local time in United Kingdom and your location so you call at a good time.
Time zones in United Kingdom
Europe/London
Best times to call are typically 9 AM – 5 PM local time in United Kingdom. Avoid calling during early morning (before 8 AM) or late evening (after 9 PM) local time.