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How to Call South Korea From the US: Complete Guide (+82)
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How to Dial South Korea From the US
South Korea uses the country code +82. Whether you are calling Seoul, Busan, or a Korean mobile number, the dialling process is straightforward.
Dialling Format
From a US phone: 011 + 82 + area code (without leading 0) + local number
From a mobile with + dialling: +82 + area code (without leading 0) + local number
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Korean area codes start with 0 locally (e.g. 02 for Seoul). Drop the leading 0 when calling from the US.
Example Calls
South Korean Area Codes
Nearly all Korean mobile numbers start with 010. Drop the leading 0 to dial 82 10 XXXX XXXX from the US.
Cost Comparison: Calling South Korea
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KakaoTalk is South Korea's dominant messaging app — far more popular than WhatsApp. Install KakaoTalk if you regularly call Korea.
