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How to Call Brazil from the United States
Country code +55 — Dial 011 55 11 XXXXX-XXXX from a US landline or +55 11 XXXXX-XXXX from a mobile phone.
What to Dial
- 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
- 2Dial 55, the country code of Brazil.
- 3Dial the number: 10 or 11 digits for mobiles and 10 for landlines.
| Calling a… | Written in Brazil | From a US landline | From a cell phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile | (11) XXXXX-XXXX |
011 55 11 XXXXX-XXXX |
+55 11 XXXXX-XXXX |
| Landline (São Paulo) | (11) XXXX-XXXX |
011 55 11 XXXX-XXXX |
+55 11 XXXX-XXXX |
X stands for any digit. More number types: Brazil phone number format.
Mobile or Landline?
Brazil had 102 mobile subscriptions and 10.6 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 Brazil mobiles.
Source: World Bank (ITU).
Calling Tips for Brazil
Best Time to Call
To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in Brasilia, call between 8:00 AM–7:00 PM EDT (5:00 AM–4:00 PM PDT). Brazil doesn’t change its clocks, so the gap moves by an hour when the US does.
Brazil 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.