Brazil Country Code (+55): All 67 DDD Area Codes & Dialing Guide
Brazil's country code is +55. Dial from US: 011 + 55 + DDD + number. All 67 area codes listed: São Paulo 11, Rio 21, Brasília 61. 9-digit mobile format explained. Rates from $0.01/min.
Brazil Country Code: +55
Mobile numbers have 9 digits starting with 9
How to Dial Brazil
Mobile Numbers Have 9 Digits!
Brazilian mobile numbers are 9 digits and always start with 9 after the area code. Landlines are 8 digits. If a number starts with 9, it's a mobile: +55 11 9XXXX XXXX.
Brazil Area Codes
Brazil uses 2-digit area codes (DDDs). Each state has multiple area codes for different cities. For a complete list of all 67 Brazilian DDD codes organized by region, see our Brazil Area Codes guide. For a deep dive on São Paulo specifically, see our São Paulo Area Code (DDD 11) guide.
| City/Region | Area Code (DDD) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| São Paulo (city) | 11 | Largest city, financial center |
| Rio de Janeiro | 21 | Second largest, beaches, tourism |
| Brasília | 61 | Capital city |
| Belo Horizonte | 31 | Minas Gerais capital |
| Salvador | 71 | Bahia capital, Afro-Brazilian culture |
| Fortaleza | 85 | Northeast beaches |
| Curitiba | 41 | Paraná capital |
| Recife | 81 | Pernambuco capital |
| Porto Alegre | 51 | Rio Grande do Sul capital |
| Manaus | 92 | Amazonas capital, Amazon gateway |
| Belém | 91 | Pará capital, Amazon delta |
| Goiânia | 62 | Goiás capital, Central West |
| Campinas | 19 | São Paulo state, tech hub |
| São Luís | 98 | Maranhão capital |
| Natal | 84 | Rio Grande do Norte capital |
| Campo Grande | 67 | Mato Grosso do Sul capital |
| Florianópolis | 48 | Santa Catarina capital, island city |
| Vitória | 27 | Espírito Santo capital |
| Uberlândia | 34 | Triângulo Mineiro, MG |
| Santos | 13 | São Paulo coast, major port |
Complete DDD Code Lookup by State
Brazil's DDD (Discagem Direta à Distância) system assigns 2-digit area codes to each region. The +55 area code structure means you always dial +55 + DDD + local number. Below is a complete list of every DDD code by state:
| State | Abbr | DDD Codes |
|---|---|---|
| São Paulo | SP | 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19 |
| Rio de Janeiro | RJ | 21, 22, 24 |
| Minas Gerais | MG | 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 37, 38 |
| Espírito Santo | ES | 27, 28 |
| Paraná | PR | 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46 |
| Santa Catarina | SC | 47, 48, 49 |
| Rio Grande do Sul | RS | 51, 53, 54, 55 |
| Distrito Federal | DF | 61 |
| Goiás | GO | 62, 64 |
| Mato Grosso | MT | 65, 66 |
| Mato Grosso do Sul | MS | 67 |
| Bahia | BA | 71, 73, 74, 75, 77 |
| Pernambuco | PE | 81, 87 |
| Ceará | CE | 85, 88 |
| Maranhão | MA | 98, 99 |
| Pará | PA | 91, 93, 94 |
| Amazonas | AM | 92, 97 |
| Rio Grande do Norte | RN | 84 |
| Paraíba | PB | 83 |
| Alagoas | AL | 82 |
| Sergipe | SE | 79 |
| Piauí | PI | 86, 89 |
| Tocantins | TO | 63 |
| Rondônia | RO | 69 |
| Acre | AC | 68 |
| Roraima | RR | 95 |
| Amapá | AP | 96 |
Minas Gerais DDD Phone Codes
Minas Gerais — 7 DDD Codes
Brazil's third most populous state with 21+ million people
Minas Gerais ("General Mines") is one of Brazil's largest states, covering an area bigger than France. It has 7 different DDD codes because of its vast geography and population. The capital Belo Horizonte uses DDD 31.
| DDD Code | Main City | Region | Example Number |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 | Belo Horizonte | Central / Metropolitan | +55 31 9XXXX-XXXX |
| 32 | Juiz de Fora | Zona da Mata | +55 32 9XXXX-XXXX |
| 33 | Governador Valadares | Rio Doce Valley | +55 33 9XXXX-XXXX |
| 34 | Uberlândia | Triângulo Mineiro | +55 34 9XXXX-XXXX |
| 35 | Poços de Caldas | Sul de Minas | +55 35 9XXXX-XXXX |
| 37 | Divinópolis | Centro-Oeste | +55 37 9XXXX-XXXX |
| 38 | Montes Claros | Norte de Minas | +55 38 9XXXX-XXXX |
Dialing Minas Gerais from Abroad
To call Belo Horizonte from the US: 011-55-31-XXXX-XXXX (landline) or 011-55-31-9XXXX-XXXX (mobile). From a mobile phone anywhere: +55 31 9XXXX XXXX. Always include the DDD code even for local calls from abroad.
Mobile Operators in Brazil
Brazil has four major mobile carriers. Vivo (Telefônica) leads the market with the best nationwide coverage:
Largest carrier (Telefônica), best coverage nationwide
Second largest (América Móvil), strong 4G/5G
Third carrier (Telecom Italia), competitive data plans
Fourth carrier, restructuring, regional strength
📱 Brazilian Mobile Number Format
Area Code (2 digits) + 9 + 8 more digits = 9-digit mobile number
Cost to Call Brazil
| Service | Rate to Brazil | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| BubblyPhone | $0.02-0.05/min | Best value, no contracts |
| AT&T / Verizon | $2.00-3.50/min | Standard international rates |
| T-Mobile (Magenta) | $0.25/min or free | Free with some plans |
| Skype | $0.069/min | Higher for mobile |
| Free | 96%+ adoption in Brazil! |
WhatsApp is Everything in Brazil!
Brazil has 96%+ WhatsApp adoption - one of the highest in the world. Brazilians use WhatsApp for everything: personal calls, business, ordering food, customer service. If you're contacting someone in Brazil, they definitely have WhatsApp.
Brazil Time Zones & BRT (Brasília Time)
BRT stands for Brasília Time (UTC-3) and is the primary time zone used across most of Brazil, including São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Belo Horizonte, and Brasília. When you see "BRT" as a country code or time zone abbreviation, it refers to Brazil's standard time. Brazil spans 4 time zones in total:
💡 Best Time to Call: Brazil (Brasília Time) is only 2 hours ahead of US Eastern:
• 9 AM EST = 11 AM in São Paulo/Rio
• 5 PM EST = 7 PM in São Paulo/Rio
• 8 PM EST = 10 PM in São Paulo/Rio
Pro Tips for Calling Brazil
Mobile = 9 Prefix
Brazilian mobile numbers always start with 9 after the area code. If you see +55 11 9XXXX XXXX, it's a mobile.
Use WhatsApp
96%+ of Brazilians use WhatsApp. It's the primary communication method for both personal and business.
Area Code Required
Always include the 2-digit area code (DDD) when calling Brazil, even for local calls from abroad.
Business Hours
Brazilian businesses typically operate 8/9 AM - 6 PM. Many take extended lunch breaks (12-2 PM).
Brazil Special & Toll-Free Numbers
Brazil uses several special number prefixes for toll-free, premium, and shared-cost services. These numbers work only within Brazil:
| Prefix | Type | Cost | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0800 | Toll-Free | Free for caller | 0800 123 4567 |
| 0300 | Shared Cost | Local rate from anywhere | 0300 123 4567 |
| 0900 | Premium Rate | Higher per-minute charge | 0900 123 4567 |
| 0500 | Donation Lines | Fixed donation per call | 0500 123 4567 |
Note: 0800 and other special numbers generally cannot be dialed from outside Brazil. If you need to reach a Brazilian company's customer service from abroad, look for their international number (starting with +55) on their website.
Why Is My Call to Brazil Not Going Through?
If your call to Brazil fails or you hear a fast busy signal, check these common issues:
1. Missing the "9" prefix for mobile numbers
All Brazilian mobile numbers are 9 digits and must start with 9. If you have an old 8-digit mobile number, add 9 at the beginning.
2. You forgot the exit code (011 from US)
From a US landline, dial 011 before +55. From a mobile, use the + symbol instead. Without the exit code, the call routes domestically in the US.
3. Wrong area code (DDD)
Brazil has 67 area codes across 27 states. Using the wrong DDD will either connect to the wrong city or fail entirely. Double-check the 2-digit DDD in our table above.
4. Including Brazil's domestic trunk prefix "0"
Within Brazil, long-distance calls use 0 + carrier code + DDD + number. When calling from abroad, drop the 0 and carrier code — just use +55 + DDD + number.
5. Calling a 0800 toll-free number from abroad
Brazilian 0800 numbers only work within Brazil. From abroad, look for the company's international number (starting with +55) or use their website contact form.
📱Using WhatsApp to Call Brazil for Free
96% of Brazilians use WhatsApp — it's not just a messaging app in Brazil, it's the primary communication tool for everything from family chats to business transactions. If the person you're calling has WhatsApp, you can make free voice and video calls over WiFi or data.
WhatsApp Audio Calls
Free voice calls with good quality even on slow connections. Works on 3G, 4G, and WiFi. Most Brazilians prefer WhatsApp calls over regular phone calls.
WhatsApp Business
Many Brazilian businesses — restaurants, shops, doctors, services — use WhatsApp Business as their main contact method. Look for the WhatsApp icon on their website or Google listing.
When WhatsApp won't work: You need to call a Brazilian landline (office, hotel, government), reach someone without a smartphone, or need a US caller ID. In these cases, use BubblyPhone at $0.02/min to call any Brazilian number directly.
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