🇹🇭USA to Thailand Calling Guide

How to Call
Thailand from USA
(+66)

From United States to Thailand, the country code is +66. With StartACall you skip the codes and the downloads and dial Thailand from any browser tab.

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Dialing Steps
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How to Call Thailand from USA

Follow this simple 3-step process to connect to any number in Thailand from the United States.

1

USA Exit Code

Dial 011 first. This tells your US carrier you are making an international call.
(On mobile/VoIP, just use +)

2

Thailand Code (+66)

Dial 66. This routes your call to the Thai telephone network.

3

Area Code & Number

Dial the city code or mobile prefix.Important: Drop the leading zero!

The "Drop the Zero" Rule

Thai phone numbers (both landline and mobile) start with a '0' when dialing locally (e.g., 02 for Bangkok). When calling from the USA, you must remove this zero.

Landline (Bangkok)
011 66 02 123 4567
Mobile (AIS/True)
011 66 081 234 5678

Thailand City Codes

Common area codes for major Thai cities. Remember to drop the '0' when calling from the USA.

CityRegionArea Code
BangkokCentral02
Chiang MaiNorth053
PhuketSouth076
Pattaya (Chonburi)East038
Khon KaenNortheast043
CityRegionArea Code
Hat Yai (Songkhla)South074
Nakhon RatchasimaNortheast044
Hua HinCentral032
Surat Thani (Samui)South077
Udon ThaniNortheast042
Mobile Networks

Thai Mobile Prefixes

Most Thai mobile numbers start with 08, 09, or 06. Dial +66 followed by these numbers (dropping the first 0).

08x
AIS / TrueMove / DTAC
09x
AIS / TrueMove / DTAC
06x
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the country code for Thailand?

The country calling code for Thailand is +66. You must dial this after the US exit code (011) and before the area code.

How do I call a Thai mobile number from the USA?

Dial 011 + 66 + the mobile number without the leading zero. For example, if the number is 081-234-5678, you dial 011-66-81-234-5678.

What is the time difference between USA and Thailand?

Thailand is typically 11 to 15 hours ahead of the USA, depending on your time zone (EST/PST) and Daylight Savings Time. It's best to call early morning or late evening US time.

Can I call Thailand for free?

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Calling Thailand from United States: what to know

Thailand answers on the country code +66, with the capital in Bangkok and most business concentrated around Bangkok, Chiang Mai and Phuket. The working language for business is Thai, and local offices generally keep hours of 8:30 to 17:30 with a 1-hour lunch.

From United States the outbound access code is 011, so a manual dial reads 011 then +66 then the local number. StartACall removes that step: the call goes through your browser, so there is nothing to install and no SIM card to swap when you travel between United States and Thailand.

Most mobiles in Thailand sit on operators such as AIS (Advanced Info Service), True Move, Dtac. Thai phone numbers are 9 digits after +66; drop the leading 0.

Thailand runs on UTC plus 7, and it does not observe daylight saving, so the time difference stays constant through the year.

How to dial Thailand from United States

  1. 1
    Dial the exit code 011

    011 is the international access code used when dialing out of United States. On a mobile you can press and hold 0 to enter the plus sign instead.

  2. 2
    Enter the country code +66

    +66 routes the call to Thailand.

  3. 3
    Add the local number

    Dial the destination number without its leading 0. For Bangkok that means including the area code 2.

Best time to call Thailand

The destination is 12 hours ahead of you.

United States clock (UTC minus 5)
Early or late
Thailand clock (UTC plus 7)
09:00 to 17:00

The two working days barely overlap. Aim for the very start or end of your day to reach someone in Thailand during business hours.

Rates to Thailand (+66)

Pay as you go, billed per minute with no connection surprises. A sample 10 minute call is shown for each line type.

Line typePer minute10 minute call
Mobile$0.3040$3.04
Landline$0.3040$3.04

Rates as of 2026-06-06, in US dollars, and subject to change. The exact rate is always confirmed in the dialer before you connect.

Frequently asked questions

How do I call Thailand from United States?+

Dial 011 then +66 followed by the local number without its leading 0. From a browser on StartACall you simply enter the number and press call, with no exit code to remember.

What is the country code for Thailand?+

The country code for Thailand is +66. Bangkok uses the area code 2.

What is the best time to call Thailand?+

The destination is 12 hours ahead of you. The working days barely overlap, so aim for early morning or late evening on your side to reach a person during business hours.

Do I need to install an app to call Thailand?+

No. StartACall runs in your browser on Chrome, Safari, Edge and Firefox, so you can place the call without downloading anything or buying a phone number for outbound calls.

Can I receive calls as well?+

Outbound calls need no number. To receive inbound calls you add a US or Canada digital number, billed monthly, and answer it in the same browser tab.

Last reviewed June 2026Reviewed by the StartACall calling teamDialing rules cross checked against ITU international dialing procedures
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