πŸ‡΅πŸ‡­USA to Philippines Calling Guide

Call the Philippines
Country Code +63

Call Philippines on +63 directly from your browser. There is no app to install, and outbound calls need no phone number.

Product facts

  • Outbound: No dedicated number required.
  • Inbound: Requires US/Canada digital number ($2.14 to $5/month).
  • No apps: Works in Chrome, Safari, Edge, Firefox.

Product facts: Calls to the Philippines

  • Outbound calling: Call worldwide instantly. No dedicated number required.
  • Inbound calling: To receive calls in your browser, a unique US or Canada digital number is required ($2.14 to $5/month).
  • App-free: Works directly in Chrome, Safari, Edge, or Firefox.
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How to Call the Philippines from USA

Dialing the Philippines is simple once you know the +63 format and the mobile number rules.

1

US Exit Code

Dial 011. On mobile or web calling you can use the plus sign + instead.

2

Philippines Code (+63)

Dial +63 to connect to the Philippines from abroad.

3

Area Code or Mobile Number

For landlines add the area code such as 2 for Metro Manila. For mobile phones drop the leading zero and dial the 9xx number. Tip: No carrier code is required when calling internationally.

Dialing Examples

International calls to the Philippines use +63 followed by the area code or mobile number without the initial 0.

Landline (Manila)
+63 2 8123 4567
Mobile (Globe, Smart)
+63 917 123 4567
Drop the leading zero from the local mobile number

Philippines City Codes

Common area codes for major Philippine cities and regions.

CityRegionArea Code
Manila (Metro Manila)NCR2
Cebu CityCentral Visayas32
Davao CityDavao Region82
Iloilo CityWestern Visayas33
BacolodWestern Visayas34
CityRegionArea Code
BaguioCordillera74
Cagayan de OroNorthern Mindanao88
ZamboangaZamboanga Peninsula62
General SantosSoccsksargen83
LegazpiBicol Region52
Mobile Numbers

International Mobile Dialing Rules

What to know when calling Philippine mobile phones from abroad.

Drop the Leading Zero

Local mobile numbers begin with 0 when dialed within the Philippines. For international calls replace the 0 with +63. Example: local 0917 123 4567 becomes +63 917 123 4567.

+63 917 123 4567

No Carrier Codes Needed

When calling from the USA or using a web calling service you do not need any domestic carrier selection code used inside the Philippines.

0xxJust use +63

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the country code for the Philippines?

The country calling code for the Philippines is +63. Use it before area codes or mobile numbers when calling from abroad.

How do I call a Philippine mobile number from the USA?

Replace the local leading zero with +63. For example local 0917 123 4567 becomes +63 917 123 4567.

Do I need a carrier code to call Philippine landlines?

No. When calling from outside the Philippines or using a VoIP web service, you only need +63, the area code, and the number.

Can I buy a Philippine virtual number with StartACall?

Yes. StartACall supports purchasing and managing virtual numbers in many countries, including the Philippines. Register to see available local numbers.

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Calling Philippines: what to know

Philippines answers on the country code +63, with the capital in Manila and most business concentrated around Manila, Cebu and Davao. The working language for business is Filipino (Tagalog), English, and local offices generally keep hours of 9:00 to 18:00; BPO industry runs 24/7. Friday traffic to US-aligned BPO clients peaks 21:00 to 04:00 PHT.

Outbound calls on StartACall need no phone number and no app. You place them from the browser, and you only add a US or Canada number when you also want to receive inbound calls.

Most mobiles in Philippines sit on operators such as Globe Telecom, Smart Communications (PLDT), DITO Telecommunity. English is widely used in business; voice-call culture is strong because of the dominant BPO industry.

Philippines runs on UTC plus 8, and it does not observe daylight saving, so the time difference stays constant through the year.

How to dial Philippines

  1. 1
    Start with the plus sign

    On a mobile, press and hold 0 to enter the plus sign. The plus sign works from any country, so you do not need to remember a local exit code.

  2. 2
    Enter the country code +63

    +63 routes the call to Philippines.

  3. 3
    Add the local number

    Dial the destination number without its leading 0. For Manila that means including the area code 2.

Rates to Philippines (+63)

Pay as you go, billed per minute with no connection surprises. A sample 10 minute call is shown for each line type.

Line typePer minute10 minute call
Mobile$0.9148$9.15
Landline$0.6445$6.44

Rates as of 2026-07-06, in US dollars, and subject to change. The exact rate is always confirmed in the dialer before you connect.

Frequently asked questions

What is the country code for Philippines?+

The country code for Philippines is +63. Manila uses the area code 2.

Do I need to install an app to call Philippines?+

No. StartACall runs in your browser on Chrome, Safari, Edge and Firefox, so you can place the call without downloading anything or buying a phone number for outbound calls.

Can I receive calls as well?+

Outbound calls need no number. To receive inbound calls you add a US or Canada digital number, billed monthly, and answer it in the same browser tab.

Last reviewed June 2026Reviewed by the StartACall calling teamDialing rules cross checked against ITU international dialing procedures
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