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How to Call Argentina from the United States
Country code +54 — Dial 011 54 9 1X XXXX-XXXX from a US landline or +54 9 1X XXXX-XXXX from a mobile phone.
What to Dial
- 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
- 2Dial 54, the country code of Argentina.
- 3Dial the number: 10 or 11 digits for mobiles and 10 for landlines.
| Calling a… | Written in Argentina | From a US landline | From a cell phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile | 011 1X-XXXX-XXXX |
011 54 9 1X XXXX-XXXX |
+54 9 1X XXXX-XXXX |
| Landline (Buenos Aires) | 011 XXXX-XXXX |
011 54 11 XXXX-XXXX |
+54 11 XXXX-XXXX |
X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 67 or 91–93. More number types: Argentina phone number format.
Mobile or Landline?
Argentina had 140 mobile subscriptions and 14.1 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 Argentina mobiles.
Source: World Bank (ITU).
Calling Tips for Argentina
Best Time to Call
To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in Buenos Aires, call between 8:00 AM–7:00 PM EDT (5:00 AM–4:00 PM PDT). Argentina doesn’t change its clocks, so the gap moves by an hour when the US does.
Argentina is on UTC−3, 1 hour 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.