How to Call Nepal From the US: Complete Guide (+977)
📅 2026-03-19
⏱️ 10 min read
✍️ BubblyPhone Team
Call Nepal from the US with +977 country code. Kathmandu area code 1, mobile prefixes 98x. Cheapest calling options compared.
Need to call Nepal from the US? The Nepal country code is +977. Whether you're calling family in Kathmandu or business contacts in Pokhara, this guide covers dialing format, area codes, carriers, and the cheapest ways to call.
⚡ Quick Answer: Dial 011 + 977 + area code + number. BubblyPhone rate: $0.02/min. Save 98% vs carrier rates.
How to Dial Nepal from the US
Standard Format:
011 + 977 + Area Code + Local Number
or use: +977 + Area Code + Local Number
Example: Kathmandu Landline
+977 1 4123456
Example: Nepali Mobile
+977 9812345678
⚠️ Important: Drop the leading "0" from Nepali numbers when calling from abroad. Mobile numbers start with 98 (Ncell/NTC).
Nepal Area Codes:
| City | Area Code |
|---|---|
| Kathmandu | 1 |
| Pokhara | 61 |
| Biratnagar | 21 |
| Bharatpur | 56 |
Nepal Mobile Carriers
| Carrier | Prefixes |
|---|---|
| Ncell | 980, 981, 982 |
| Nepal Telecom (NTC) | 984, 985, 986 |
| Smart Telecom | 961, 962 |
Cost to Call Nepal
| Service | Rate/Min |
|---|---|
| BubblyPhone | $0.02/min |
| Google Voice | $0.04/min |
| Skype | $0.03/min |
| AT&T / Verizon | $2.50-4.00/min |
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