Call France
Code is +33
Connecting with Paris, Marseille, or Lyon from the US? The country code is +33. Skip the expensive carrier international plans and make HD calls directly from your browser.
How to Call France from USA
Follow this simple sequence to connect to any number in France.
US Exit Code
Dial 011. This allows you to dial out of the United States.
(On mobile/VoIP, just hold 0 to get +)
France Code (+33)
Dial 33. This routes the call to France.
Region Code & Number
Dial the region code and number.
Important: Drop the leading zero!
The "Drop the Zero" Rule
In France, phone numbers start with '0' (e.g., 01 for Paris). When calling from the USA, you must omit this zero.
Major French City Codes
Remember to drop the leading '0' when dialing these from the USA.
| City | Region | Dial Code |
|---|---|---|
| Paris | ÃŽle-de-France | 1 |
| Marseille | Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur | 4 |
| Lyon | Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes | 4 |
| Toulouse | Occitanie | 5 |
| Nice | Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur | 4 |
| City | Region | Dial Code |
|---|---|---|
| Nantes | Pays de la Loire | 2 |
| Strasbourg | Grand Est | 3 |
| Montpellier | Occitanie | 4 |
| Bordeaux | Nouvelle-Aquitaine | 5 |
| Lille | Hauts-de-France | 3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the country code for France?
The country code is +33. From the USA, dial 011 33, then the number.
Do I dial the zero in the area code?
No. French phone numbers start with 0 (e.g., 01 for Paris), but you must drop this zero when calling from the USA. Dial 011 33 1...
How do I call a French mobile phone?
French mobile numbers start with 06 or 07. Drop the leading zero and dial 011 33 6 (or 7) followed by the 8-digit number.
What is the time difference?
France is typically 6-9 hours ahead of the USA. When it's noon in New York, it's 6 PM in Paris.
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