Cheap Calls to France — From $0.0142/min
Country code: +33
Landline
BEST VALUE10 min call = $0.14
Mobile
10 min call = $0.14
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How Much Does a Call to France Cost?
Quick reference at our base rate of $0.0142/min:
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Rate Breakdown — France
Rates vary by carrier and line type. Here's exactly what you'll pay per minute, broken down by destination type.
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How to Dial France from the US
Dial your country's international exit code (011 from the US/Canada, 00 from Europe, or just use + on a mobile)
Dial 33 — France's country code
Dial the 9-digit number — drop the leading 0 used in domestic dialing (e.g., 01 42 becomes 1 42 for Paris)
Number Format Examples
Landline (Paris): +33 1 XX XX XX XX
Landline (Lyon): +33 4 XX XX XX XX
Landline (Marseille): +33 4 XX XX XX XX
Mobile: +33 6 XX XX XX XX or +33 7 XX XX XX XX
From US landline: 011 33 6 XX XX XX XX
Common Mistakes
- Drop the leading 0 — French domestic numbers start with 0 (e.g., 01 for Paris, 06 for mobile), but from abroad dial 33 1 or 33 6 directly.
- All French numbers are 9 digits after the country code. The first digit indicates the region: 1 = Paris, 2 = NW, 3 = NE, 4 = SE, 5 = SW.
- Mobile numbers start with 6 or 7 after the country code. Numbers starting with 06 are older assignments, 07 are newer.
- France uses its own numbering for overseas territories. Guadeloupe (+590), Martinique (+596), and Réunion (+262) have separate country codes — dialing +33 will not reach them.
What You Actually Pay — France Rate Comparison
Most services advertise a low rate but tack on connection fees, monthly minimums, or round up to 3-minute blocks. Here's a transparent comparison.
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Best Time to Call France
Paris
9:05 PM
Fri, Mar 20
Lyon
9:05 PM
Fri, Mar 20
Marseille
9:05 PM
Fri, Mar 20
Toulouse
9:05 PM
Fri, Mar 20
Nice
9:05 PM
Fri, Mar 20
Time zone: CET/CEST (UTC+1/+2)
From EST: France is 6 hours ahead of US Eastern (6 hours during both EST/CET and EDT/CEST)
From CST: France is 7 hours ahead of US Central
From PST: France is 9 hours ahead of US Pacific
France is UTC+1 in winter (CET) and UTC+2 in summer (CEST). The time difference from the US East Coast stays at 6 hours year-round because both countries shift clocks. Aim for evening (7–9 PM) which is 1–3 PM US Eastern.
Calling France — Things to Know
- WhatsApp is widely used in France but not as dominant as in developing countries. Many French people also use iMessage (high iPhone market share) and SMS. Phone calls are still a normal way to communicate.
- France has excellent telecom infrastructure. Orange (formerly France Télécom) is the largest carrier, followed by SFR, Bouygues Telecom, and Free Mobile.
- French people generally don't answer phone calls during lunch (12–2 PM) or dinner (7:30–9 PM). The best times to reach people are late morning (10–12) or mid-afternoon (3–5 PM).
- France observes daylight saving time, switching between CET (UTC+1) and CEST (UTC+2). The switch dates align closely with US DST, keeping the time difference fairly stable at 6 hours from US Eastern.
- French overseas territories (DOM-TOM) like Guadeloupe, Martinique, and Réunion have their own country codes. Dialing +33 will NOT reach them — check the specific territory code.
- BubblyPhone calls to France are among the cheapest international destinations. At $0.01/min, a 30-minute call costs just $0.30.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cheapest way to call France from the US?
Google Voice and BubblyPhone both offer $0.01/min to France. AT&T without a plan charges $0.22/min. Most carriers offer France in their international add-ons ($5-15/mo).
How much does a 30-minute call to France cost?
With BubblyPhone at $0.01/min, just $0.30. With AT&T without a plan, $6.60. With T-Mobile Stateside International ($15/mo), unlimited.
What is France's country code?
France's country code is +33. From the US, dial 011 + 33 + number (drop leading 0). Paris landlines start with 1, mobiles start with 6 or 7.
What time should I call France?
France is 6 hours ahead of US Eastern year-round (both countries shift clocks together). Evening in France (7–9 PM) is 1–3 PM US Eastern.
Can I call French mobile numbers?
Yes. French mobile numbers start with 6 or 7 after +33. All carriers (Orange, SFR, Bouygues, Free) are reachable at the same rate.
Can I call French overseas territories?
French overseas territories have their own country codes: Guadeloupe +590, Martinique +596, Réunion +262, French Polynesia +689. Dialing +33 won't reach them.
Are there hidden fees?
BubblyPhone has no connection fees, no monthly fees, and per-second billing. A $5 top-up gives you 500 minutes to France.
Do I need an app?
No. BubblyPhone works in any web browser. We also have iOS and Android apps.
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