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How to Call Croatia from the United States

Country code +385 — Dial 011 385 92 XXX XXXX from a US landline or +385 92 XXX XXXX from a mobile phone.

+385
Croatia Country Code

What to Dial

  1. 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
  2. 2Dial 385, the country code of Croatia.
  3. 3Dial the number: 8 or 9 digits, without the leading 0 used for calls inside Croatia.
Calling a… Written in Croatia From a US landline From a cell phone
Mobile 092 XXX XXXX 011 385 92 XXX XXXX +385 92 XXX XXXX
Landline (Zagreb) 01 XXXX XXX 011 385 1 XXXX XXX +385 1 XXXX XXX

X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 090–092, 095 or 097–099. More number types: Croatia phone number format.

Mobile or Landline?

Croatia had 122 mobile subscriptions and 28.5 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 Croatia mobiles.

Source: World Bank (ITU).

Calling Tips for Croatia

Best Time to Call

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

Croatia 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
Croatia
--:--
UTC+2

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I call Croatia from the US?
From a US landline, dial 011, then 385, then the number without its leading 0: 011 385 92 XXX XXXX for a mobile. From a cell phone, dial +385 92 XXX XXXX.
Do I dial the 0 when calling Croatia from abroad?
No. The leading 0 is only for calls inside Croatia. A number written 092 XXX XXXX at home is dialed +385 92 XXX XXXX from abroad.
How many digits is a phone number in Croatia?
8 or 9 digits after the country code +385. Mobile numbers start with 090–092, 095 or 097–099 when written with the leading 0.
What time should I call Croatia from the US?
Croatia is 6 hours ahead of New York (UTC+2 in Zagreb). 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. Croatia uses daylight saving time, so the difference changes during the year.
How do people in Croatia 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 Croatia?
It depends on your plan: many US plans charge per minute for international calls, and calls to Croatia mobiles often cost more than calls to landlines. Internet calling apps are free when both people have the same app.
Croatia Quick Info
Country Code +385
ISO Code HR
Capital Zagreb
Time Zone UTC+2
Exit Code (US) 011
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