🇱🇦 Laos PDR Phone Number Format
Complete guide to Laos PDR phone number format, including country code +856, area codes, and how to dial from abroad.
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Laos PDR Number Structure
+856 [Area] [Local Number]
+856
Country Code
XX
Area Code
XXXXXXX
Local Number
Components of Laos PDR Phone Numbers
Understanding each part of the number
| Component | Description | Digits |
|---|---|---|
| Country Code | International prefix for Laos PDR | +856 |
| Area/City Code | Regional identifier (varies by location) | 1-4 digits |
| Local Number | Subscriber number | 6-8 digits |
| Total Length | Full international number | 10-12 digits |
Mobile vs Landline Numbers
Different number types in Laos PDR
Mobile Numbers
- Often start with specific mobile prefixes
- Not tied to geographic location
- Prefix varies by carrier
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Landline Numbers
- Include geographic area codes
- Area code indicates city/region
- May start with 0 domestically
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Example Laos PDR Phone Numbers
Local vs international format
(0XX) XXX-XXXX
+856 XX XXX XXXX
Tip: Drop the leading 0 when dialing from abroad
How to Dial Laos PDR Numbers
Steps for calling from outside Laos PDR
Dial your exit code
011 from US, 00 from UK, or + on mobile
Dial Laos PDR's country code: 856
Routes your call to Laos PDR
Dial the area code (drop leading 0)
Geographic or mobile prefix
Dial the local number
The subscriber number
Laos PDR Phone Format FAQ
What is the phone number format for Laos PDR?
Laos PDR phone numbers use the format: +856 [Area Code] [Local Number]. The total length is typically 10-12 digits including the country code.
Do I drop the 0 when calling internationally?
Yes! When calling from outside Laos PDR, drop any leading 0 from the area code. The 0 is typically a trunk prefix used only for domestic calls.
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