Brazil Calling Code
is +55
Connecting to São Paulo, Rio, or Bahia? The country code for Brazil is +55. Navigate the DDD system and call any mobile or landline instantly from your browser.
How to Call Brazil Step-by-Step
Brazil uses a 2-digit area code system known as DDD. Here is how to connect.
Exit Code
Dial 011 (US/Canada) or 00 (Europe).
Brazil Code (+55)
Dial +55 to route the call to Brazil.
DDD & Number
Dial the 2-digit DDD (e.g., 11) then the number.Mobiles usually start with 9.
The 9th Digit Rule (Nono Dígito)
In Brazil, mobile numbers have 9 digits, while landlines have 8. Almost all mobile numbers start with the digit 9.
Major Brazil DDD Codes
Common city codes for major destinations.
| City | Region | DDD |
|---|---|---|
| São Paulo | Southeast | 11 |
| Rio de Janeiro | Southeast | 21 |
| Belo Horizonte | Minas Gerais | 31 |
| Salvador | Bahia | 71 |
| Brasília | Federal District | 61 |
| City | Region | DDD |
|---|---|---|
| Curitiba | Paraná | 41 |
| Fortaleza | Ceará | 85 |
| Recife | Pernambuco | 81 |
| Porto Alegre | Rio Grande do Sul | 51 |
| Manaus | Amazonas | 92 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the country code for Brazil?
The country calling code for Brazil is +55.
Do I need a Carrier Selection Code (CSP) to call Brazil?
No. CSP codes (like 21, 15, 41) are only required when you are inside Brazil making a long-distance call. When calling from abroad via StartACall, you just need +55, the DDD code, and the number.
How do I call a mobile phone in São Paulo?
São Paulo's DDD is 11. Mobiles there have 9 digits and start with 9. You would dial: +55 11 9XXXX-XXXX.
Why are mobile numbers 9 digits long?
Brazil added a 9th digit (the number 9) to the beginning of mobile numbers to increase capacity. This applies to all mobile phones nationwide.
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