Mexico Calling Code
is +52
Calling Mexico has changed. The old "044" and "045" prefixes are gone. The country code is +52, and now you simply dial the 10-digit number for both landlines and mobiles.
How to Call Mexico (New 10-Digit Format)
Mexico unified its dialing plan. The complex rules for calling mobiles are gone.
Exit Code
Dial 011 (US/Canada) or + on mobile.
Country Code (+52)
Dial +52. Do NOT add '1' after this anymore.
10-Digit Number
Dial the Area Code + Local Number. Total is always 10 digits.
Important: No More "044" or "1"
If you have old contacts saved with +52 1 or 044, they will not work. You must update them to the standard 10-digit format.
Major Mexico Area Codes
Mexico uses 2-digit codes for major cities (8-digit local numbers) and 3-digit codes for others (7-digit local numbers).
| City | Type | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico City (CDMX) | Major (2-digit) | 55 |
| Guadalajara | Major (2-digit) | 33 |
| Monterrey | Major (2-digit) | 81 |
| Cancún | Tourist (3-digit) | 998 |
| Tijuana | Border (3-digit) | 664 |
| City | Type | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Puebla | Standard (3-digit) | 222 |
| Mérida | Standard (3-digit) | 999 |
| Puerto Vallarta | Tourist (3-digit) | 322 |
| Los Cabos | Tourist (3-digit) | 624 |
| Toluca | Standard (3-digit) | 722 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the country code for Mexico?
The country calling code for Mexico is +52.
Do I dial 1 before a Mexican mobile number?
No. This rule was removed in 2019. You now dial +52 followed immediately by the 10-digit number (Area Code + Phone Number).
How many digits are Mexican phone numbers?
All Mexican phone numbers are 10 digits long (excluding the +52 country code). This includes the area code. For example, Mexico City numbers are 55 (2 digits) + 8 digits = 10 digits.
What is the area code for Cancun?
The area code for Cancun is 998. To call from the US, dial +52 998 followed by the 7-digit local number.
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