How to Call Taiwan
from the UK
Calling Taiwan from United Kingdom normally means dialing 00 then +886 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.
How to Call Taiwan from UK
Follow these simple steps to connect to any number in Taiwan from the United Kingdom.
UK Exit Code
Dial 00.
This is the standard exit code for calling internationally from the UK.
Taiwan Code (+886)
Dial 886.
This directs your call to the Taiwan telephone network.
Area Code & Number
Dial the city code and number.
Drop the leading zero!
Time Difference Alert
Taiwan (CST) is typically 8 hours ahead of the UK (GMT).
When it is 9:00 AM in London, it is 5:00 PM in Taipei.
Major Taiwan City Codes
Remember to remove the leading '0' when dialing from the UK.
| City | Region | Dial From UK |
|---|---|---|
| Taipei | North | 2 |
| Kaohsiung | South | 7 |
| Taichung | Central | 4 |
| Tainan | South | 6 |
| Taoyuan | North | 3 |
| City | Region | Dial From UK |
|---|---|---|
| Hsinchu | North | 3 |
| Keelung | North | 2 |
| Chiayi | South | 5 |
| Hualien | East | 3 |
| Taitung | East | 89 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the exit code for UK?
The exit code for the United Kingdom is 00. Dial this first when calling internationally from a landline.
How do I call a Taiwan mobile from UK?
Taiwan mobile numbers usually start with 09. To call from the UK, dial 00 (exit) + 886 (Taiwan) + 9 (mobile prefix without leading zero) + 8 digit number.
What is the time difference?
Taiwan is 8 hours ahead of UK (GMT). During British Summer Time (BST), the difference is 7 hours.
Can I call Taiwan for free?
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Related guides from the UK
Explore more routes and browser based calling guides. These links help you find the right dialing rules faster.