Calling the UK
from USA?
Dial +44
Calling United Kingdom from United States normally means dialing 011 then +44 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.
- Outbound: call UK numbers from your browser (no number required)
- Inbound: receive calls with a US/Canada digital number ($2.14 to $5/month)
- Security: end-to-end encryption
- Dialing: +44 + area code (drop leading 0) + local number
How to Dial UK from the US
Follow this simple 3-step process to connect to any number in England, Scotland, Wales, or Northern Ireland.
US Exit Code
Dial 011.
This code allows you to dial out of the North American Numbering Plan.
(On mobile? Just hold '0' until '+' appears)
UK Code (+44)
Dial 44.
This routes your call to the United Kingdom's telephone network.
Area Code & Number
Dial the city code.Drop the leading '0'!Example: London is 020, dial 20.
Dialing Examples (USA to UK)
Major UK City Codes
Common area codes for major British cities. Remember to omit the leading zero when dialing from abroad.
| City | Region | Dial Code |
|---|---|---|
| London | Greater London | 20 (020) |
| Manchester | North West | 161 (0161) |
| Birmingham | West Midlands | 121 (0121) |
| Glasgow | Scotland | 141 (0141) |
| Liverpool | North West | 151 (0151) |
| City | Region | Dial Code |
|---|---|---|
| Leeds | Yorkshire | 113 (0113) |
| Edinburgh | Scotland | 131 (0131) |
| Bristol | South West | 117 (0117) |
| Cardiff | Wales | 29 (029) |
| Belfast | Northern Ireland | 28 (028) |
UK Mobile Prefixes
UK mobile numbers almost always start with 07. Drop the '0' when calling from the US.
Cheap Calls to the UK
From Your Browser
Don't let international borders limit your communication. StartACall provides a seamless way to call the UK from the USA without the hassle of calling cards or expensive carrier plans.
- Call London, Manchester & Glasgow instantly
- Crystal clear HD voice quality
- No hidden fees or connection charges
- Works on mobile and desktop browsers
Low Rates
Avoid the $2.50/min charges from major US carriers.
Time Zone
The UK is generally 5-8 hours ahead of the USA.
Secure
Your calls are encrypted and private.
Fast
Connect in seconds. No registration to test.
Common Questions
What is the difference between +44 and 0044?
They are the same. '+' is the universal international prefix for mobile phones, while '00' is the standard exit code for many countries (but NOT the USA). From the USA, you dial 011 44, which is the same as +44.
Why does the London area code look like 0207 or 0208?
The official area code for London is just 020. The following digit (7, 8, 3, etc.) is actually part of the local phone number, though people often group them together out of habit. When dialing from the US, dial +44 20 followed by the rest of the number.
How much does it cost to call a UK mobile from USA?
Calling UK mobiles is often more expensive than landlines with traditional carriers. However, StartACall offers very competitive rates for UK mobile numbers (O2, EE, Vodafone, Three) compared to AT&T or Verizon.
Do I need to dial 1 before the number?
No. '1' is the country code for the USA/Canada. When calling the UK, you use '44'. Do not dial 1 before 44.
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