US Calling Code
is +1
Need to call the United States? The country code is +1. Connect instantly to any US mobile or landline from your browser. No roaming fees, no apps, just crystal-clear voice quality.
How to Call the USA Step-by-Step
The US follows the North American Numbering Plan (NANP). Here is the standard format for calling from abroad.
Exit Code
Dial the exit code for your current country.
00 for Europe/UK.
0011 for Australia.
(Or just use + on mobile/VoIP)
US Code (+1)
Dial +1. This is the country code for the United States, Canada, and parts of the Caribbean.
Area Code & Number
Dial the 3-digit area code followed by the 7-digit phone number.
Example: 212-555-0199
Understanding US Phone Numbers
US phone numbers always consist of 10 digits (excluding the +1 country code):
3-digit Area Code + 7-digit Subscriber Number.
Major US Area Codes
Common area codes for major metropolitan areas in the United States.
| City | State | Area Code |
|---|---|---|
| New York City (Manhattan) | New York | 212 / 646 |
| Los Angeles | California | 213 / 323 |
| Chicago | Illinois | 312 / 773 |
| Houston | Texas | 713 / 281 |
| Miami | Florida | 305 / 786 |
| City | State | Area Code |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco | California | 415 / 628 |
| Washington D.C. | District of Columbia | 202 |
| Boston | Massachusetts | 617 / 857 |
| Las Vegas | Nevada | 702 / 725 |
| Atlanta | Georgia | 404 / 470 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the country code for the USA?
The country calling code for the United States is +1. You must dial this after your country's exit code (00 or 011) and before the 3-digit area code.
Are calls to USA mobile phones more expensive?
Generally, no. Unlike in Europe and many other parts of the world, the US uses a 'Receiving Party Pays' system. This means calling a US mobile number usually costs the same as calling a landline.
Can I call US toll-free numbers (800) from abroad?
Traditional toll-free numbers (800, 888, 877, 866, 855, 844, 833) often do not work when dialed from outside the US via a regular carrier. However, using StartACall's VoIP service allows you to connect to these numbers over the internet.
Do I need to dial 1 before the area code?
Yes, if you are calling from outside the US, the format is +1 (Area Code) Number. The '1' acts as the country code.
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