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How to Call Bosnia and Herzegovina from the United States

Country code +387 — Dial 011 387 61 XXX XXX from a US landline or +387 61 XXX XXX from a mobile phone.

+387
Bosnia and Herzegovina Country Code

What to Dial

  1. 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
  2. 2Dial 387, the country code of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
  3. 3Dial the number: 8 or 9 digits for mobiles and 8 for landlines, without the leading 0 used for calls inside Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Calling a… Written in Bosnia and Herzegovina From a US landline From a cell phone
Mobile 061 XXX XXX 011 387 61 XXX XXX +387 61 XXX XXX
Landline (Central Bosnia Canton) 030 XXX-XXX 011 387 30 XXX-XXX +387 30 XXX-XXX

X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 060–067. More number types: Bosnia and Herzegovina phone number format.

Mobile or Landline?

Bosnia and Herzegovina had 121 mobile subscriptions and 18.4 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 Bosnia and Herzegovina mobiles.

Source: World Bank (ITU).

Calling Tips for Bosnia and Herzegovina

Best Time to Call

To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in Sarajevo, call between 3:00 AM–2:00 PM EDT (12:00 AM–11:00 AM PDT). Bosnia and Herzegovina changes its clocks for daylight saving time.

Bosnia and Herzegovina is on UTC+2, 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.

Time Difference

US Eastern (EDT)
--:--
UTC-4
+6h
Bosnia and Herzegovina
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UTC+2

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I call Bosnia and Herzegovina from the US?
From a US landline, dial 011, then 387, then the number without its leading 0: 011 387 61 XXX XXX for a mobile. From a cell phone, dial +387 61 XXX XXX.
Do I dial the 0 when calling Bosnia and Herzegovina from abroad?
No. The leading 0 is only for calls inside Bosnia and Herzegovina. A number written 061 XXX XXX at home is dialed +387 61 XXX XXX from abroad.
How many digits is a phone number in Bosnia and Herzegovina?
8 or 9 digits for mobiles and 8 for landlines after the country code +387. Mobile numbers start with 060–067 when written with the leading 0.
What time should I call Bosnia and Herzegovina from the US?
Bosnia and Herzegovina is 6 hours ahead of New York (UTC+2 in Sarajevo). To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM there, call between 3:00 AM–2:00 PM EDT, or 12:00 AM–11:00 AM PDT on the West Coast. Bosnia and Herzegovina uses daylight saving time, so the difference changes during the year.
How do people in Bosnia and Herzegovina call the US?
They dial the exit code 00, then 1 and the 10-digit US number: 00 1 XXX XXX XXXX, or +1 from a mobile.
How much does it cost to call Bosnia and Herzegovina?
It depends on your plan: many US plans charge per minute for international calls, and calls to Bosnia and Herzegovina mobiles often cost more than calls to landlines. Internet calling apps are free when both people have the same app.
Bosnia and Herzegovina Quick Info
Country Code +387
ISO Code BA
Capital Sarajevo
Time Zone UTC+2
Exit Code (US) 011
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