How to Call
Philippines from UK
Make seamless calls to philippines from uk directly from your browser. Outbound calls don’t require a dedicated number. To receive inbound calls, secure a unique US/Canada digital number ($2.14–$5/month).
Product facts
- Outbound: No dedicated number required.
- Inbound: Requires US/Canada digital number ($2.14–$5/month).
- No apps: Works in Chrome, Safari, Edge, Firefox.
Step-by-Step: UK to Philippines
Calling from London, Manchester, or anywhere in the UK requires the standard international exit code.
UK Exit Code
Dial 00. This is the code to dial out of the United Kingdom.
Country Code (+63)
Dial 63. This connects you to the Philippines network.
Area Code & Number
Dial the area code and number.
Note: Drop the leading '0' of the area code/mobile number.
Calling Globe or Smart Mobiles?
Mobile numbers in the Philippines are 10 digits long (excluding the leading 0). They typically start with 9 (e.g., 0917 for Globe, 0918 for Smart).
Major Philippines Area Codes
Codes for major cities. Remember to remove the leading zero when calling from the UK.
| City | Region | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Manila | Metro Manila | 2 |
| Cebu City | Central Visayas | 32 |
| Davao City | Davao Region | 82 |
| Baguio | Cordillera | 74 |
| Cavite | Calabarzon | 46 |
| City | Region | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Laguna | Calabarzon | 49 |
| Batangas | Calabarzon | 43 |
| Iloilo | Western Visayas | 33 |
| Cagayan de Oro | Northern Mindanao | 88 |
| Pampanga | Central Luzon | 45 |
Why StartACall is Better for
Philippines Calls
Calling the Philippines from the UK using BT, EE, or O2 can cost upwards of £1.50/minute. StartACall uses VoIP to bypass these fees.
- No connection fees
- Crystal clear audio to Globe/Smart
- No SIM card needed
- Pay in USD or GBP
Time Zone
Philippines is GMT+8. When it's 9 AM in London, it's 5 PM in Manila.
Save 90%
Much cheaper than buying international calling cards in the UK.