🇱🇧 Call Lebanon from USA
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US to Lebanon Dialing Format
011 + 961 + number
From any US phone
Or use +961 + number from your cell phone
Step-by-Step: Call Lebanon from USA
Follow these simple steps to dial Lebanon
Dial US Exit Code
011
This tells your carrier you're making an international call
Dial Country Code
961
Lebanon's international dialing code
Dial Local Number
XXXXXXXX
Include area code if applicable
Example: Dialing Lebanon from USA
To call a Lebanon number like 12345678
011-961-12345678
+96112345678
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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.
Lebanon Phone Number Details
What to know when dialing Lebanon from the US
| Country Code | +961 |
| Number Length | 7-8 digits |
| Mobile Prefixes | 3, 70, 71, 76, 78, 79, 81 |
| Trunk Prefix | 0 (omit when calling from US) |
| Emergency Number | 112 |
Important Dialing Note
Drop the leading 0 when calling from abroad. Lebanese mobile numbers start with 03, 70, 71, 76, 78, 79, or 81. Internationally, dial +961 followed by the number without the 0. Mobile example: 03-123-456 becomes +961-3-123456. Beirut landlines: +961-1-XXXXXX.
About Lebanon
Lebanon is a small Middle Eastern country on the Mediterranean coast with a population of about 5.6 million. Beirut, the capital, has historically been a financial and cultural hub of the Arab world. Lebanon has one of the world's largest diaspora populations relative to its size — an estimated 14 million people of Lebanese descent live abroad, far exceeding the domestic population.
Capital
Beirut
Language
Arabic, French
Timezone
UTC+2
Currency
LBP
Tips for Calling Lebanon from the US
Lebanon is 7 hours ahead of US Eastern Time. Lebanese culture is warm and social — phone conversations tend to be lengthy and personal. Business hours vary but are typically 8 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday, with some businesses working Saturday mornings. The diaspora connection means many Lebanese are accustomed to international calls at various hours.
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Calling Lebanon from USA FAQ
How do I call Lebanon from the USA?
From a US phone, dial 011 + 961 + local number. From a US cell phone, you can also dial +961 + local number using the + symbol (press and hold 0 on most phones).
How much does it cost to call Lebanon from USA?
With InternationalCall, calls to Lebanon from the USA cost $0.21/min for mobile and $0.21/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 Lebanon?
No! With InternationalCall, you don't need to add any international plan to your US carrier. Simply use our service to call Lebanon at $0.21/min. You can call from any device with internet - phone, tablet, or computer.
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