Calling from UK
to France is Easy
From United Kingdom to France, the country code is +33. With StartACall you skip the codes and the downloads and dial France from any browser tab.
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
- Outbound: No dedicated number required.
- Inbound: Requires US/Canada digital number ($2.14 to $5/month).
- No apps: Works in Chrome, Safari, Edge, Firefox.
How to Call France from UK Step-by-Step
Follow these simple steps to connect to any landline or mobile in France.
UK Exit Code
Dial 00.
This is the standard exit code for calling internationally from the UK.
(On mobile/VoIP, just use +)
France Code (+33)
Dial 33.
This connects your call to the French telephone network.
Area Code & Number
Dial the 9-digit French number.Important: Drop the leading zero!
The "Drop the Zero" Rule
French area codes and mobile numbers start with '0' (e.g., 01 for Paris, 06 for mobiles). When calling from abroad, you must remove this zero.
French Area Codes
France is divided into 5 geographic zones (01-05). Remember to drop the '0' when dialing internationally.
| City | Region | Area Code |
|---|---|---|
| Paris | ÃŽle-de-France | 01 |
| Marseille | Southeast | 04 |
| Lyon | Southeast | 04 |
| Toulouse | Southwest | 05 |
| Nice | Southeast | 04 |
| City | Region | Area Code |
|---|---|---|
| Nantes | Northwest | 02 |
| Strasbourg | Northeast | 03 |
| Montpellier | Southeast | 04 |
| Bordeaux | Southwest | 05 |
| Lille | Northeast | 03 |
Calling French Mobiles
French mobile numbers start with 06 or 07. Drop the 0 when calling from the UK.
Cheap Calls to France
From the UK
Calling France from a UK mobile (EE, O2, Vodafone, Three) can be expensive. StartACall bypasses these networks entirely, offering you local rates.
- Avoid expensive UK carrier international rates
- Call French mobiles and landlines for pennies
- No contract, pay-as-you-go
- Crystal clear quality to Paris, Marseille & more
Save Money
Cheaper than standard BT or Virgin Media international rates.
Any Region
Call Paris, Brittany, or the Alps with the same low rate.
Secure
Encrypted WebRTC technology keeps your calls private.
Instant
No SIM swapping. Just open your browser and call.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the code for France from UK?
The country code for France is +33. From a UK landline, dial 0033. From a mobile, you can simply dial +33.
Do I drop the zero when calling France?
Yes. French numbers usually start with a 0 (e.g., 01 for Paris). When calling from the UK, you must omit this leading zero.
How do I call a French mobile from UK?
Dial +33 followed by the 9-digit mobile number (dropping the leading 0). For example, if the number is 06 12 34 56 78, dial +33 6 12 34 56 78.
Is it free to call France from UK?
Calls to France are not free on standard UK networks. StartACall offers a much cheaper alternative using VoIP technology.
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Related guides from the UK
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