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How to Call South Korea from the US

Rates from $0.0272/min

Country Code +82 · Dialing Guide · Rate Comparison

Quick Answer:
Dial 011 + 82 + local number from a US landline, or +82 from a mobile phone.

South Korea Country Code (+82)

The country code for South Korea is +82. This code is required for all international calls to South Korea.

+82

South Korea's International Dialing Code

From US Landline

011-82-XXXX...

From Mobile

+82 XX XXXX XXXX

Phone numbers in South Korea are typically 10 digits. Mobile numbers start with 1.

How to Dial South Korea from the US: Step-by-Step

011 + 82 + Local Number

011 US exit code — required from US landlines. From a mobile, use + instead

82 South Korea country code — identifies South Korea as the destination

X Local number — 10 digits. Mobile numbers start with 1.

How Much Does It Cost to Call South Korea?

Free

$0.00

WhatsApp, FaceTime
(both need the app)

BubblyPhone

$0.0272/min

Browser-based VoIP
(call any number)

Carrier Rates

$3.00+/min

AT&T, Verizon
(without int'l plan)

Duration	BubblyPhone	Carrier ($3/min)	You Save
5 minutes	$0.14	$15.00	99%
10 minutes	$0.27	$30.00	99%
30 minutes	$0.82	$90.00	99%
60 minutes	$1.63	$180.00	99%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the country code for South Korea?

The country code for South Korea is +82. When calling from the USA, dial 011 (US exit code) followed by 82 (South Korea's country code), then the local phone number.

How do I call South Korea from the US?

From a US landline: dial 011-82 followed by the local number. From a US mobile phone: dial +82 followed by the local number. Phone numbers in South Korea are typically 10 digits long.

How much does it cost to call South Korea?

VoIP services like BubblyPhone offer affordable per-minute rates to South Korea. Traditional carriers like AT&T and Verizon charge $3-5/min without an international plan.

Do I need an international plan to call South Korea?

No. Internet-based services like BubblyPhone let you call South Korea without any plan. Just open your browser, enter the number with +82, and call.

Can I call South Korea for free from the US?

You can call South Korea for free using WhatsApp, FaceTime, or Viber, but the person you're calling must also have the app. To call regular phone numbers, use BubblyPhone for affordable per-minute rates.