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How to Call Azerbaijan from the United States
Country code +994 — Dial 011 994 40 XXX XX XX from a US landline or +994 40 XXX XX XX from a mobile phone.
What to Dial
- 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
- 2Dial 994, the country code of Azerbaijan.
- 3Dial the number: 9 digits, without the leading 0 used for calls inside Azerbaijan.
| Calling a… | Written in Azerbaijan | From a US landline | From a cell phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile | 040 XXX XX XX |
011 994 40 XXX XX XX |
+994 40 XXX XX XX |
| Landline (Baku) | (012) XXX XX XX |
011 994 12 XXX XX XX |
+994 12 XXX XX XX |
X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 01, 04, 05, 06, 07 or 09. More number types: Azerbaijan phone number format.
Mobile or Landline?
Azerbaijan had 110 mobile subscriptions and 12.8 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 Azerbaijan mobiles.
Source: World Bank (ITU).
Calling Tips for Azerbaijan
Best Time to Call
To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in Baku, call between 1:00 AM–12:00 PM EDT (10:00 PM–9:00 AM PDT). Azerbaijan doesn’t change its clocks, so the gap moves by an hour when the US does.
Azerbaijan is on UTC+4, 8 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.