How to Call
South Korea from Canada
Calling South Korea from Canada normally means dialing 011 then +82 before the local number. StartACall places the call from your browser instead, with no app to install and no SIM card to swap.
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.
Step-by-Step: Calling Korea from Canada
Follow this exact sequence to connect your call successfully.
Exit Code (011)
Dial 011. This is the exit code for Canada to dial out internationally.
(On mobile, just hold '0' to get '+')
Korea Code (+82)
Dial +82. This directs your call to South Korea.
Area Code
Dial the city code or mobile prefix.Drop the leading zero!
Example: Calling Seoul from Vancouver
If the local Seoul number is 02 1234 5678, here is how you dial it from Canada:
(011 = Canada Exit, 82 = Korea, 2 = Seoul, Rest = Number)
Major South Korean City Codes
Remember to remove the leading '0' when dialing these codes from Canada.
| City | Region | Area Code |
|---|---|---|
| Seoul | Capital | 02 |
| Busan | Yeongnam | 051 |
| Incheon | Sudogwon | 032 |
| Daegu | Yeongnam | 053 |
| Daejeon | Hoseo | 042 |
| City | Region | Area Code |
|---|---|---|
| Gwangju | Honam | 062 |
| Ulsan | Yeongnam | 052 |
| Sejong | Hoseo | 044 |
| Jeju | Jeju Island | 064 |
| Gyeonggi | Province | 031 |
Korean Mobile Prefixes
Most modern Korean mobile numbers use the 010 prefix.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the country code for South Korea?
The country code is +82.
How do I dial Korea from a Canadian landline?
Dial 011 (exit code) + 82 (country code) + Area Code (without 0) + Number.
Why do Korean mobile numbers start with 010?
010 is the unified prefix for all mobile carriers in South Korea. Older prefixes like 011, 016, 019 are being phased out.
What is the time difference?
South Korea is typically 13-14 hours ahead of Toronto/Montreal (EST) and 16-17 hours ahead of Vancouver (PST).