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How to Call Germany From the US: Complete Guide (+49)
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How to Dial Germany From the US
Germany uses the country code +49. Calling Germany from the US is straightforward whether you are reaching Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, or a German mobile number.
Dialling Format
From a US phone: 011 + 49 + area code (without leading 0) + local number
From a mobile with + dialling: +49 + area code (without leading 0) + local number
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German area codes start with 0 when dialled locally (e.g. 030 for Berlin). Drop the leading 0 when calling from the US.
Example Calls
Major German Area Codes
German mobile numbers start with 015, 016, or 017 (drop the 0 when dialling from the US).
Cost Comparison: Calling Germany
Best Time to Call Germany
Germany is in the Central European Time zone (CET, UTC+1). During summer, Germany observes CEST (UTC+2).
