Portugal Calling Code
is +351
Need to call Lisbon, Porto, or the Algarve? The country code for Portugal is +351. Connect instantly to any Portuguese mobile or landline from your browser. No SIM card required.
How to Call Portugal Step-by-Step
Portugal has a straightforward "closed" dialing plan. All numbers are 9 digits long.
Exit Code
Dial the exit code for your country.
011 for USA/Canada.
00 for UK/Europe.
(Or just use + on mobile/VoIP)
Portugal Code (+351)
Dial +351. This connects your call to the Portuguese telephone network.
9-Digit Number
Dial the full 9-digit Portuguese number.
Note: Landlines start with 2. Mobiles start with 9.
No Area Code Dropping
Like Spain, Portugal does not have a "trunk code" (like 0) that you drop when calling from abroad. You dial the number exactly as it appears locally.
Major Portuguese City Prefixes
Portuguese landline numbers always include a 2 or 3 digit area prefix.
| City | Region | Prefix |
|---|---|---|
| Lisbon (Lisboa) | Lisbon | 21 |
| Porto | Norte | 22 |
| Braga | Norte | 253 |
| Coimbra | Centro | 239 |
| Faro | Algarve | 289 |
| City | Region | Prefix |
|---|---|---|
| Setúbal | Alentejo | 265 |
| Aveiro | Centro | 234 |
| Funchal | Madeira | 291 |
| Ponta Delgada | Azores | 296 |
| Leiria | Centro | 244 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the country code for Portugal?
The country calling code for Portugal is +351. You must dial this after your country's exit code (011 for US, 00 for Europe) and before the phone number.
How many digits are Portuguese phone numbers?
Portuguese phone numbers are always 9 digits long. Landlines typically start with 2, while mobile numbers start with 9.
Do I need to dial a zero before the area code?
No. Portugal uses a closed numbering plan. Unlike the UK or Italy, there is no 'trunk code' (0) to dial or drop. You simply dial +351 followed by the full 9-digit number.
Can I call Portuguese mobile phones?
Yes, you can call any mobile phone in Portugal (MEO, NOS, Vodafone) starting with 9. Rates are typically slightly higher than landlines but still very cheap with StartACall.
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