🇬🇧 ➔ 🇧🇷UK to Brazil Calling Guide

How to Call Brazil
From the UK

Connecting to São Paulo, Rio, or Brasília from London? The dialing code is +55. Skip the expensive rates from BT, O2, or EE and make crystal-clear calls directly from your browser.

Step-by-Step Guide
Calling Brazil (+55)Online
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Dialing Brazil from the UK

Follow this exact sequence to connect from any UK landline or mobile.

01

UK Exit Code

Dial 00 to dial out of the UK.

02

Brazil Code

Dial 55 to reach Brazil.

03

Area Code

2 digits. E.g., 11 for São Paulo.

04

Number

8 digits (Landline) or 9 digits (Mobile).

Calling Brazilian Mobiles?

Most mobile numbers in Brazil (especially in major cities like São Paulo and Rio) have 9 digits and start with the digit 9.

Example: Calling a mobile in Rio
00 55 21 91234 5678

Major Brazil Area Codes

You need these 2-digit codes to route your call to the correct city.

CityRegionCode
São PauloSoutheast11
Rio de JaneiroSoutheast21
BrasíliaCentral-West61
SalvadorNortheast71
Belo HorizonteSoutheast31
CityRegionCode
CuritibaSouth41
RecifeNortheast81
Porto AlegreSouth51
ManausNorth92
FortalezaNortheast85

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To Call Brazil

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the UK exit code for Brazil?

The UK exit code is 00. You must dial this (or the '+' symbol on mobiles) before the country code 55.

Do I need a carrier code (CSP) to call Brazil from UK?

No. The 2-digit carrier selection codes (like 21 for Embratel or 15 for Vivo) are only required when making domestic long-distance calls *within* Brazil. When calling from the UK, you just dial 00 + 55 + Area Code + Number.

Why are my calls to Brazil not connecting?

Check if you are dialing the leading zero on the area code. Unlike some countries, you generally do NOT dial the zero of the area code when calling Brazil from abroad. Also, ensure you have included the 9th digit for mobile numbers.

Can I call Brazil for free?

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