Free Call to Cyprus from US — $0.10/min (2026)
Call Cyprus for $0.10/min with BubblyPhone. WhatsApp + Viber popular. Split island — Greek south (+357) vs Turkish north (+90 392). Large British expat community. Cyta, Epic, PrimeTel.
Calling Cyprus costs $0.10/min with BubblyPhone — $6.00 for a full hour. Both WhatsApp and Viber are popular in Cyprus. The country code is +357 for the Greek-speaking south (Republic of Cyprus). Cyprus is a split island — the Turkish-occupied north uses +90 392(Turkey's country code with a Northern Cyprus area code). There's a significant British expat community on the island.
Whether you're calling family in Nicosia, friends in Limassol, or retired British expats in Paphos, here's every option for calling Cyprus cheaply or for free.
Cyprus Is Split — Two Phone Systems
Southern Cyprus (Republic of Cyprus): Country code +357. This is the internationally recognized government and EU member state. Use +357 for Nicosia, Limassol, Larnaca, Paphos.
Northern Cyprus (Turkish-controlled):Uses Turkey's country code +90, area code 392. If you're calling Northern Cyprus (Kyrenia/Girne, Famagusta/Gazimagusa), dial +90 392 + number.
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1. WhatsApp — Widely Used
WhatsApp is popular across both Greek and Turkish Cypriot communities.Free voice and video calls work well — Cyprus has good mobile infrastructure from Cyta, Epic, and PrimeTel. It's the go-to for international communication.
2. Viber — Very Popular in Cyprus
Viber has a strong presence in Cyprus — more so than in most Western European countries. Many Greek Cypriots use Viber alongside WhatsApp. If your contact is Cypriot, they likely have both apps installed.
3. Facebook Messenger — Common
Messenger is also widely used in Cyprus. Facebook has high penetration on the island, and Messenger serves as a secondary communication platform after WhatsApp and Viber.
4. FaceTime — British Expats
Cyprus has one of the largest British expat communities in Europe — over 60,000 British residents. iPhone adoption is high among this community, making FaceTime a common choice for UK-Cyprus and US-Cyprus calls.
Calling Cypriot Phone Numbers
Cyprus is moderately priced to call:
| Service | Mobile Rate | Landline Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| BubblyPhone | $0.10/min | $0.10/min | Browser, iOS, Android |
| Google Voice | $0.10/min | $0.02/min | US Google account required |
| Rebtel | $0.08/min | $0.04/min | Calling plans available |
| AT&T / Verizon | $2.00-3.50/min | $2.00-3.50/min | Up to 35x more expensive |
Our honest take: BubblyPhone and Google Voice are both $0.10/min for Cypriot mobiles. For landlines, Google Voice ($0.02/min) is much cheaper. Rebtel ($0.08/min) beats both for mobiles. But WhatsApp and Viber are free — and both are popular in Cyprus.
How to Dial Cyprus from the US
# Southern Cyprus (Republic of Cyprus):
+357 + 8-digit number
# Example — calling a Nicosia landline:
+357 22 123 456
# Example — calling a Cypriot mobile:
+357 96 123 456
# Northern Cyprus (Turkish-controlled):
+90 392 + 7-digit number
# Example — calling Kyrenia/Girne:
+90 392 815 1234
Important: Southern Cyprus (+357) numbers are 8 digits with no leading 0 to drop. Landlines start with 2 (Nicosia 22, Limassol 25, Larnaca 24, Paphos 26). Mobiles start with 9. For Northern Cyprus, dial +90 392 followed by the local number — this routes through Turkey's phone system.
Southern Cyprus (+357)
- Nicosia: 22
- Limassol: 25
- Larnaca: 24
- Paphos: 26
- Mobiles: Start with 9 (96, 97, 99)
Carriers & Mobile
- Cyta: Historic state operator
- Epic (ex-MTN): Second carrier
- PrimeTel: Third carrier
- Coverage: Excellent across the south
- North: Turkcell, Telsim (Turkish operators)
Which Method Should You Use?
Calling family in Cyprus
WhatsApp or Viber — both are free and popular. Greek Cypriots often prefer Viber. British expats tend to use WhatsApp or FaceTime.
Calling a Cypriot business
Google Voice ($0.02/min landline) or BubblyPhone ($0.10/min). A 30-minute business call costs $0.60-$3.00.
Calling Northern Cyprus
Use +90 392 — this routes through Turkey. Rates will be Turkey rates, not Cyprus rates. WhatsApp works the same regardless of which side of the island.
Tips for Calling Cyprus
- Cyprus is 7 hours ahead of EST (EET, UTC+2). When it's 10 AM in New York, it's 5 PM in Nicosia. Best window: 9-11 AM EST (4-6 PM Cyprus)
- Split island — Southern Cyprus (Greek, +357) is an EU member. Northern Cyprus (Turkish, +90 392) is recognized only by Turkey. Make sure you're dialing the right code
- British expat community — over 60,000 British residents, mainly in Paphos and Limassol. English is widely spoken across the island
- Viber is unusually popular — more so than in most European countries. If someone says "message me," they might mean Viber, not just WhatsApp
- Greek and Turkish — the south speaks Greek, the north speaks Turkish. English is widely understood on both sides, especially in tourist areas
Frequently Asked Questions
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