🇮🇷Iran Calling Guide

Iran Phone Code
is +98

Connecting with family in Tehran, Shiraz, or Mashhad? The country code for Iran is +98. Bypass expensive carrier rates and connection issues with our browser-based calling service.

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How to Call Iran Step-by-Step

Follow these steps to connect to any landline or mobile in Iran.

1

Exit Code

Dial your country's exit code.
011 (USA/Canada)
00 (UK/Europe)
(Or just hold 0 to get + on mobile)

2

Iran Code (+98)

Dial +98. This routes your call to the Iranian telecommunications network.

3

Area Code & Number

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

The "Drop the Zero" Rule

Iranian area codes and mobile prefixes start with '0' (e.g., 021 for Tehran, 0912 for MCI). When calling from abroad, you must remove this zero.

Landline (Tehran)
+98 021 8888 1234
Mobile (MCI)
+98 0912 123 4567

Iran Province Codes

Iran consolidated its area codes recently. Use these codes for landline calls to specific provinces.

City/ProvinceRegionArea Code
Tehran / KarajTehran & Alborz021 / 026
MashhadRazavi Khorasan051
IsfahanIsfahan031
TabrizEast Azerbaijan041
ShirazFars071
City/ProvinceRegionArea Code
AhvazKhuzestan061
QomQom025
RashtGilan013
KermanKerman034
KermanshahKermanshah083
Mobile Networks

Iranian Mobile Prefixes

Identify the carrier (MCI, Irancell, Rightel) by the prefix. Dial +98 followed by these numbers (dropping the first 0).

0910 - 0919
MCI (Hamrah Aval)
0930 - 0939
MTN Irancell
0920 - 0922
RighTel
0990 - 0994
MCI / MVNOs

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the country code for Iran?

The country calling code for Iran is +98. You must dial this after your country's exit code (011 for US, 00 for Europe) and before the area code.

How do I call a mobile number in Iran?

Iranian mobile numbers are 11 digits long and start with 09 (e.g., 0912, 0935). When calling from abroad, drop the leading '0'. Dial +98 followed by the 10-digit mobile number (e.g., +98 912 123 4567).

What is the area code for Tehran?

The area code for Tehran is 021. When calling from outside Iran, you must dial +98 21 followed by the 8-digit landline number.

Why can't I call Iran with my regular carrier?

Many international carriers have high rates or blocked routes to Iran due to sanctions or lack of interconnect agreements. StartACall uses specialized VoIP routes to ensure connectivity.

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Country deep dive

Calling Iran

Practical reference covering the destination country's dial code, time zone, mobile carriers, city area codes, business etiquette, and any regulatory rules that affect inbound calls. The information below is specific to this route — different country pairs surface different operational details.

Calling Iran (+98)

Iran sits in IRST (UTC+3:30) — abolished daylight saving in 2022.. The country dial code is +98 and the official language for business is Persian (Farsi). Local business hours run roughly 8:00–16:30 Saturday–Wednesday; Thursday morning only; Friday is the weekend..

Major cities & area codes

  • Isfahan · 31
  • Shiraz · 71
  • Tehran · 21
  • Mashhad · 51

Mobile carriers in Iran

  • MCI (Hamrah-e Avval) · 910-919
  • Irancell · 930-939, 901-905
  • RighTel · 920-921

What to know when calling Iran

  • •Iran runs Saturday–Wednesday work week (Thursday half-day, Friday off).
  • •International calling to Iran is heavily affected by sanctions; many western carriers do not route traffic directly.

Calling Iran from anywhere

StartACall routes calls to Iran over Tier-1 carriers, supporting both landlines and mobile termination on every network listed above. Per-minute pricing is shown on the dialer once you sign up — no contract or subscription is required. From browser to +98 takes under five seconds on a stable connection.

Operational facts above are sourced from regulator publications and carrier disclosures; specific rates and routing are confirmed in the live dialer.
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