Cheap Calls to Bangladesh — From $0.0603/min
Country code: +880
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BEST VALUE10 min call = $0.60
Mobile
10 min call = $0.60
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How Much Does a Call to Bangladesh Cost?
Quick reference at our base rate of $0.0603/min:
Rate Breakdown — Bangladesh
Rates vary by carrier and line type. Here's exactly what you'll pay per minute.
| Destination | Rate/min | 10 min call |
|---|---|---|
| Bangladesh - Mobile Grameen | $0.0603/min | $0.60 |
| Bangladesh - Mobile Aktel | $0.0603/min | $0.60 |
| Bangladesh - Mobile Sheba | $0.0603/min | $0.60 |
| Bangladesh - Mobile | $0.0603/min | $0.60 |
| Bangladesh - Fixed Dhaka | $0.0603/min | $0.60 |
| Bangladesh | $0.0603/min | $0.60 |
| Bangladesh - Fixed Sylhet | $0.1200/min | $1.20 |
| Bangladesh - Fixed Chittagong | $0.1200/min | $1.20 |
Rates are per minute, billed per started minute. No connection fees. Updated regularly.
Calling Bangladesh — Things to Know
- WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger are the dominant communication apps in Bangladesh. Nearly all smartphone users have both installed.
- IMO is particularly popular in Bangladesh for video calling, especially among less tech-savvy users and in rural areas. Many Bangladeshi immigrants use IMO to call home.
- Bangladesh has four main mobile operators: Grameenphone (017/013) is the largest with ~80 million subscribers, followed by Robi (016/018), Banglalink (019/014), and state-owned Teletalk (015).
- Bangladesh is 11 hours ahead of Eastern Time (10 hours during EDT). Evening calls in the US reach Bangladesh in the morning.
- Load shedding (power outages) still affects parts of Bangladesh, especially during summer. If calls don't connect, try again later — your contact's phone may have died.
- The Bangladeshi diaspora in the US is concentrated in New York City (especially Jackson Heights, Queens), Detroit, and the DC metro area.
- Bangladesh uses the 24-hour clock in official contexts but 12-hour format in casual speech. When scheduling calls, be specific about AM/PM.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to call Bangladesh from the US?
With BubblyPhone, calls to Bangladesh start at approximately 2¢ per minute. Major carriers like AT&T charge around $2.00/min — 100 times more expensive.
What is the country code for Bangladesh?
Bangladesh's country code is +880. Dial 011-880 from a US landline or +880 from a mobile phone.
What is the area code for Dhaka?
Dhaka's area code is 2. Dial +880 2 followed by the 8-digit local number.
What are Grameenphone number prefixes?
Grameenphone, the largest carrier in Bangladesh, uses prefixes 017 and 013. Dial +880 17 or +880 13 followed by 8 digits.
What time is it in Bangladesh when it's noon in New York?
Bangladesh is 11 hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time (10 during EDT). When it's noon in New York, it's 11 PM or midnight in Dhaka.
What is the best app to call Bangladesh?
For free calls, IMO and WhatsApp work well if both sides have internet. For reliable calls to any phone number, BubblyPhone at 2¢/min is the cheapest option.
Can I send a text message to Bangladesh?
International SMS to Bangladesh costs around 25-50¢ per message with most US carriers. WhatsApp or Facebook Messenger messages are free with internet access.
How many digits are in a Bangladeshi phone number?
Mobile numbers are 10 digits after the country code (e.g., +880 17 1234 5678). Dhaka landlines are 10 digits total (area code 2 + 8-digit number). Other city landlines vary from 8-9 digits.
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