🇬🇧 Call United Kingdom from USA
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US to United Kingdom Dialing Format
011 + 44 + number
From any US phone
Or use +44 + number from your cell phone
Step-by-Step: Call United Kingdom from USA
Follow these simple steps to dial United Kingdom
Dial US Exit Code
011
This tells your carrier you're making an international call
Dial Country Code
44
United Kingdom's international dialing code
Dial Local Number
XXXXXXXX
Include area code if applicable
Example: Dialing United Kingdom from USA
To call a United Kingdom number like 12345678
011-44-12345678
+4412345678
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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.
United Kingdom Phone Number Details
What to know when dialing United Kingdom from the US
| Country Code | +44 |
| Number Length | 10-11 digits |
| Mobile Prefixes | 7 |
| Trunk Prefix | 0 (omit when calling from US) |
| Emergency Number | 999 |
Important Dialing Note
Drop the leading 0 when calling from abroad. UK mobile numbers start with 07 and are 11 digits locally. Internationally, dial +44 followed by 10 digits. London landlines start with 020 — dial +44-20-XXXX-XXXX. Other cities: Manchester +44-161, Birmingham +44-121, Edinburgh +44-131.
About United Kingdom
The United Kingdom comprises England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, with a total population of about 67 million. London is one of the world's leading financial centers and a global cultural hub. The UK has deep historical and cultural ties with the US, and millions of Americans have British connections through family, business, or education. The UK is also home to large diaspora communities from South Asia, the Caribbean, and Africa.
Capital
London
Language
English
Timezone
UTC+0
Currency
GBP
Tips for Calling United Kingdom from the US
The UK is 5 hours ahead of US Eastern Time. The overlap in business hours makes transatlantic calling convenient — US mornings correspond to UK afternoons. British business culture values politeness and punctuality. Avoid calling before 9 AM or after 9 PM. Weekend calls to friends and family are best made mid-morning or early afternoon UK time.
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Calling United Kingdom from USA FAQ
How do I call United Kingdom from the USA?
From a US phone, dial 011 + 44 + local number. From a US cell phone, you can also dial +44 + local number using the + symbol (press and hold 0 on most phones).
How much does it cost to call United Kingdom from USA?
With InternationalCall, calls to United Kingdom from the USA cost $0.05/min for mobile and $0.63/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 United Kingdom?
No! With InternationalCall, you don't need to add any international plan to your US carrier. Simply use our service to call United Kingdom at $0.05/min. You can call from any device with internet - phone, tablet, or computer.
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