How to Call
Russia from Canada
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Step-by-Step: Calling Russia from Canada
Dialing Russia is straightforward. Just remember the exit code and the country code.
Exit Code (011)
Dial 011 to exit the Canadian telephone system.
(Or use + on mobile/VoIP)
Country Code (+7)
Dial +7. This is the country code for Russia (and Kazakhstan).
Area Code & Number
Dial the 3-digit area code (e.g., 495) followed by the 7-digit subscriber number.
Dialing Examples
Major Russian City Codes
Use these area codes when calling landlines in specific cities.
| City | Region | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Moscow | Central | 495 / 499 |
| St. Petersburg | Northwest | 812 |
| Novosibirsk | Siberia | 383 |
| Yekaterinburg | Urals | 343 |
| Kazan | Volga | 843 |
| City | Region | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Nizhny Novgorod | Volga | 831 |
| Chelyabinsk | Urals | 351 |
| Samara | Volga | 846 |
| Omsk | Siberia | 3812 |
| Rostov-on-Don | South | 863 |
Russian Mobile Prefixes
Mobile numbers in Russia always start with 9 and are 10 digits long (including the 9).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the exit code for Canada?
The exit code for Canada (and the US) is 011. You must dial this before the country code when calling internationally from a landline.
How many digits are Russian phone numbers?
Russian phone numbers are 10 digits long (excluding the country code +7). They consist of a 3-digit area code/prefix and a 7-digit subscriber number.
Can I call Russian mobiles from Canada?
Yes, you can call any Russian mobile number. Just dial +7 followed by the 10-digit mobile number (which usually starts with 9).
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