🇮🇱 Call Israel from USA
Call Israel from anywhere in the United States for just $0.04/min. Crystal clear VoIP quality, no contracts, and your credits never expire.
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US to Israel Dialing Format
011 + 972 + number
From any US phone
Or use +972 + number from your cell phone
Step-by-Step: Call Israel from USA
Follow these simple steps to dial Israel
Dial US Exit Code
011
This tells your carrier you're making an international call
Dial Country Code
972
Israel's international dialing code
Dial Local Number
XXXXXXXX
Include area code if applicable
Example: Dialing Israel from USA
To call a Israel number like 12345678
011-972-12345678
+97212345678
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| AT&T | $2.00-3.00/min | $1.50-2.50/min | $0.50+ |
| Verizon | $1.79-2.99/min | $1.49-2.49/min | $0.49+ |
| T-Mobile | $1.50-2.50/min | $1.25-2.00/min | Varies |
Carrier rates are approximate and may vary. Check with your carrier for exact rates.
Israel Phone Number Details
What to know when dialing Israel from the US
| Country Code | +972 |
| Number Length | 9 digits |
| Mobile Prefixes | 50, 51, 52, 53, 54, 55, 58 |
| Trunk Prefix | 0 (omit when calling from US) |
| Emergency Number | 100 |
Important Dialing Note
Drop the leading 0 when calling from abroad. Israeli mobile numbers start with 050, 051, 052, 053, 054, 055, or 058. Internationally, dial +972 followed by the number without the 0. For example, 054-123-4567 becomes +972-54-123-4567.
About Israel
Israel is a technologically advanced country in the Middle East with a population of about 9.6 million. Tel Aviv is the economic and tech hub, often called the 'Startup Nation' capital, while Jerusalem serves as the political capital. Israel has strong connections with Jewish communities worldwide, particularly in the United States, making international calling essential for millions of families.
Capital
Jerusalem
Language
Hebrew, Arabic
Timezone
UTC+2
Currency
ILS
Tips for Calling Israel from the US
Israel is 7 hours ahead of US Eastern Time. The Israeli work week runs Sunday through Thursday, with Friday afternoon and Saturday being Shabbat (the Jewish sabbath). For business calls, avoid Friday afternoon through Saturday evening. Many businesses close early on Friday (around 1-2 PM). The best time to call from the US is morning ET to catch afternoon hours in Israel.
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Calling Israel from USA FAQ
How do I call Israel from the USA?
From a US phone, dial 011 + 972 + local number. From a US cell phone, you can also dial +972 + local number using the + symbol (press and hold 0 on most phones).
How much does it cost to call Israel from USA?
With InternationalCall, calls to Israel from the USA cost $0.04/min for mobile and $0.04/min for landline. Major US carriers like AT&T and Verizon typically charge $1.50-3.00/min plus connection fees.
What is 011 when calling internationally from USA?
011 is the US international access code (also called exit code). You dial this before any international call from a US landline or phone. It tells the phone system you're making an international call. On cell phones, you can use + instead.
Do I need an international plan to call Israel?
No! With InternationalCall, you don't need to add any international plan to your US carrier. Simply use our service to call Israel at $0.04/min. You can call from any device with internet - phone, tablet, or computer.
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