How to Call Hong Kong from the Philippines
To call Hong Kong from the Philippines, dial 00, the IDD access code, then 852, the Hong Kong country code, then the 8 digit number. Hong Kong has no area codes, so the number is always 8 digits. With StartACall you reach Hong Kong straight from your browser, no app, no SIM and no load to top up. Your first call is free, then it is pay as you go with no subscription.
- No app, no SIM and no load, it all runs in your browser
- First call is free, then pay as you go with no subscription
- Reach Hong Kong landlines and mobiles
What to dial
From a Philippine phone you dial 00, the IDD access code, then 852 for Hong Kong, then the 8 digit number. Hong Kong has no area codes, so every number is 8 digits with no extra code in front.
With StartACall you do not need the IDD code. You enter the number with 852 in front, or with a + sign, and the call connects over the internet.
| Type | Starts with | Dial from the Philippines |
|---|---|---|
| Landline | 2 or 3 | 00 852 + number (8 digits) |
| Mobile | 5, 6, 7, 8 or 9 | 00 852 + number (8 digits) |
Call family without load
Hong Kong is home to a very large Filipino community, and keeping in touch usually means buying load for international calls. StartACall runs in your browser over the internet, so you do not need load at all.
You only need a connection, and the person you reach needs nothing installed.
Call from your browser
StartACall works in Chrome, Safari and other browsers on a phone, tablet or computer. There is nothing to download.
Your first call is free, then you pay only for the minutes you use, with no monthly fee.
Frequently asked questions
How do I call Hong Kong from the Philippines?
Dial 00, then 852, then the 8 digit number. With StartACall you can skip the IDD code and just enter the number with 852 in front.
What is the country code for Hong Kong?
The Hong Kong country code is 852. Hong Kong has no area codes, so the number after 852 is always 8 digits.
Do I need load to call Hong Kong?
Not with StartACall. It connects over the internet from your browser, so you do not need load. Your first call is free.
Do I need an app or a SIM?
No. StartACall works in your browser on any device, with no app and no SIM.
How many digits is a Hong Kong number?
A Hong Kong number is 8 digits. Landlines start with 2 or 3 and mobiles start with 5, 6, 7, 8 or 9.