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How to Call Algeria from the United States
Country code +213 — Dial 011 213 55X XX XX XX from a US landline or +213 55X XX XX XX from a mobile phone.
What to Dial
- 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
- 2Dial 213, the country code of Algeria.
- 3Dial the number: 9 digits for mobiles and 8 or 9 for landlines, without the leading 0 used for calls inside Algeria.
| Calling a… | Written in Algeria | From a US landline | From a cell phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile | 055X XX XX XX |
011 213 55X XX XX XX |
+213 55X XX XX XX |
| Landline | 012 XX XX XX |
011 213 12 XX XX XX |
+213 12 XX XX XX |
X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 054–056, 06 or 077–079. More number types: Algeria phone number format.
Mobile or Landline?
Algeria had 115 mobile subscriptions and 14.8 landlines per 100 people in 2024. Most people you call will be on a mobile, so ask for their mobile number and check what your plan charges for calls to Algeria mobiles.
Source: World Bank (ITU).
Calling Tips for Algeria
Best Time to Call
To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in Algiers, call between 3:00 AM–2:00 PM EST (12:00 AM–11:00 AM PST). Algeria doesn’t change its clocks, so the gap moves by an hour when the US does.
Algeria is on UTC+1, 6 hours ahead of US Eastern Time right now.
Cost Saving Tips
- VoIP services such as Google Voice or Vonage usually charge less per minute than a carrier's standard international rate.
- WiFi calling apps (WhatsApp, Viber, FaceTime) are free when both parties have the app.
- Check your carrier's international plan — many offer add-on packages.