How to Call Ukraine
From the UK
Connecting with family in Kyiv or business partners in Lviv? The country code is +380. Skip the expensive rates from EE, O2, or Vodafone and call directly from your browser.
How to Dial Ukraine from UK
Calling from London, Manchester, or anywhere in the UK? Here is the exact format.
UK Exit Code
Dial 00.
This is the standard exit code for calling internationally from the United Kingdom.
Ukraine Code (+380)
Dial 380.
This connects you to the Ukrainian telecom network.
Area Code & Number
Dial the city code (e.g., 44 for Kyiv) or mobile prefix (e.g., 67 for Kyivstar).Drop the leading zero!
The "Drop the Zero" Rule
Ukrainian numbers are often written domestically as (044) 123-4567. When calling from the UK, you must remove the first '0'.
Ukraine City Codes
Use these area codes for landline calls. Remember to drop the '0' when dialing from the UK.
| City | Region | Area Code |
|---|---|---|
| Kyiv | North Central | 44 |
| Kharkiv | Northeast | 57 |
| Odesa | South | 48 |
| Dnipro | Central | 56 |
| Lviv | West | 32 |
| City | Region | Area Code |
|---|---|---|
| Zaporizhzhia | Southeast | 61 |
| Kryvyi Rih | Central | 564 |
| Mykolaiv | South | 51 |
| Vinnytsia | West Central | 43 |
| Poltava | Central | 53 |
Ukrainian Mobile Prefixes
Identify the carrier (Kyivstar, Vodafone, Lifecell) by the prefix. Dial 00 380 followed by these numbers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UK exit code for calling Ukraine?
The UK exit code is 00. You must dial this before the country code (+380). Alternatively, if calling from a mobile, you can press and hold '0' to get the '+' sign.
How do I call Kyiv from London?
Dial 00 (UK exit) + 380 (Ukraine code) + 44 (Kyiv area code) + the 7-digit local number. Example: 00 380 44 123 4567.
Can I call Ukrainian mobile numbers?
Yes, you can call any mobile network including Kyivstar, Vodafone, and Lifecell. Just dial 00 380 followed by the mobile prefix (without the leading zero) and the number.
Is it free to call Ukraine from UK?
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