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How to Call Bolivia from the United States
Country code +591 — Dial 011 591 7XXXXXXX from a US landline or +591 7XXXXXXX from a mobile phone.
What to Dial
- 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
- 2Dial 591, the country code of Bolivia.
- 3Dial the number: 8 digits.
| Calling a… | Written in Bolivia | From a US landline | From a cell phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile | 7XXXXXXX |
011 591 7XXXXXXX |
+591 7XXXXXXX |
| Landline | 2 XXXXXXX |
011 591 2 XXXXXXX |
+591 2 XXXXXXX |
X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 57, 6 or 7. More number types: Bolivia phone number format.
Mobile or Landline?
Bolivia had 98 mobile subscriptions and 3.0 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 Bolivia mobiles.
Source: World Bank (ITU).
Calling Tips for Bolivia
Best Time to Call
To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in Sucre, call between 9:00 AM–8:00 PM EDT (6:00 AM–5:00 PM PDT). Bolivia doesn’t change its clocks, so the gap moves by an hour when the US does.
Bolivia is on UTC−4, the same time as 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.