Country Code +52

Mexico uses the international dialing code +52

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Which Country Has Code +52?

Mexico flag Mexico uses the international dialing code +52.

How to Call Mexico from the US

Method Dial Sequence Example
From a landline 011 + 52 + local number 011-52-XXX-XXXX
From a mobile phone +52 + local number +52-XXX-XXXX
Using a calling card Access # + 011 + 52 + local number 1-800-XXX + 011-52-XXX-XXXX

Important: When dialing from a US landline, always start with 011 (the US international access code). From a mobile phone, you can use the + symbol instead by pressing and holding the 0 key.

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1 Dial 011 — the US exit code for international calls
  2. 2 Dial 52 — the country code for Mexico
  3. 3 Dial the local area code (if applicable, drop any leading 0)
  4. 4 Dial the local phone number

Got a Call From +52?

A number starting with +52 is registered in Mexico. If you know someone there, it may be them. If you don't, be careful before you call back.

  • •Don't call back a number you don't recognize. One-ring scams hang up after a ring or two so you return the call, which can add a per-minute charge on top of an international rate.
  • •Caller ID can be faked. The code shown is not proof of where the caller really is.
  • •Real callers leave a message. If it matters, they'll text, email or leave a voicemail. Otherwise, block the number.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which country has country code 52?
Mexico uses the international dialing code +52. This code is assigned to Mexico by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
How to dial +52 from the US?
To call Mexico from the US, dial 011 + 52 + local number. From a mobile phone, you can also use +52 followed by the number. The 011 prefix is the US international access code required when calling from a landline.
I got a call from +52. Should I call back?
Not if you don't recognize the number. Calls from +52 are international calls. Scammers use one-ring calls to get people to call back, which can add a per-minute charge on top of an international rate, and caller ID can be faked. If it matters, the caller will leave a message; otherwise block the number.

Mexico Quick Info

Country Mexico
Dialing Code +52
ISO-2 Code mx
ISO-3 Code MEX
Capital Mexico City
Continent North America
Population 111,211,789
Currency Mexican peso
Domain mx

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