🇱🇰 Call Sri Lanka from USA
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US to Sri Lanka Dialing Format
011 + 94 + number
From any US phone
Or use +94 + number from your cell phone
Step-by-Step: Call Sri Lanka from USA
Follow these simple steps to dial Sri Lanka
Dial US Exit Code
011
This tells your carrier you're making an international call
Dial Country Code
94
Sri Lanka's international dialing code
Dial Local Number
XXXXXXXX
Include area code if applicable
Example: Dialing Sri Lanka from USA
To call a Sri Lanka number like 12345678
011-94-12345678
+9412345678
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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.
Sri Lanka Phone Number Details
What to know when dialing Sri Lanka from the US
| Country Code | +94 |
| Number Length | 9 digits |
| Mobile Prefixes | 70, 71, 72, 74, 75, 76, 77, 78 |
| Trunk Prefix | 0 (omit when calling from US) |
| Emergency Number | 119 |
Important Dialing Note
Drop the leading 0 when calling from abroad. Sri Lankan mobile numbers are 10 digits starting with 07. Internationally, dial +94 followed by 9 digits. For example, 077-123-4567 becomes +94-77-123-4567. Colombo landlines: +94-11-XXX-XXXX.
About Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is an island nation in the Indian Ocean with a population of about 22 million. Colombo is the commercial capital, while Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte is the legislative capital. Sri Lanka has a significant diaspora in the Middle East, UK, Canada, Australia, and the US. The country is known for its tea production, tourism, and growing IT outsourcing industry.
Capital
Colombo
Language
Sinhala, Tamil
Timezone
UTC+5:30
Currency
LKR
Tips for Calling Sri Lanka from the US
Sri Lanka is 10.5 hours ahead of US Eastern Time (same offset as India). The best time to call from the US East Coast is early morning (7-9 AM ET = 5:30-7:30 PM SLT). Sri Lanka's business hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5 PM. Saturday is a half-day for many businesses. Personal calls are welcome in the evening until about 9 PM.
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Calling Sri Lanka from USA FAQ
How do I call Sri Lanka from the USA?
From a US phone, dial 011 + 94 + local number. From a US cell phone, you can also dial +94 + local number using the + symbol (press and hold 0 on most phones).
How much does it cost to call Sri Lanka from USA?
With InternationalCall, calls to Sri Lanka from the USA cost $0.35/min for mobile and $0.39/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 Sri Lanka?
No! With InternationalCall, you don't need to add any international plan to your US carrier. Simply use our service to call Sri Lanka at $0.35/min. You can call from any device with internet - phone, tablet, or computer.
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