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How to Call Cuba from the United States

Country code +53 — Dial 011 53 5 XXXXXXX from a US landline or +53 5 XXXXXXX from a mobile phone.

+53
Cuba Country Code

What to Dial

  1. 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
  2. 2Dial 53, the country code of Cuba.
  3. 3Dial the number: 8 digits for mobiles and 6 to 10 for landlines, without the leading 0 used for calls inside Cuba.
Calling a… Written in Cuba From a US landline From a cell phone
Mobile 05 XXXXXXX 011 53 5 XXXXXXX +53 5 XXXXXXX
Landline (Havana City) (07) XXXXXXX 011 53 7 XXXXXXX +53 7 XXXXXXX

X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 05 or 062–064. More number types: Cuba phone number format.

Mobile or Landline?

Cuba had 73 mobile subscriptions and 14.5 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 Cuba mobiles.

Source: World Bank (ITU).

Calling Tips for Cuba

Best Time to Call

To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in Havana, call between 9:00 AM–8:00 PM EST (6:00 AM–5:00 PM PST). Cuba changes its clocks for daylight saving time.

Cuba is on UTC−5, 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.

Time Difference

US Eastern (EST)
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UTC-5
+0h
Cuba
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UTC-5

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I call Cuba from the US?
From a US landline, dial 011, then 53, then the number without its leading 0: 011 53 5 XXXXXXX for a mobile. From a cell phone, dial +53 5 XXXXXXX.
Do I dial the 0 when calling Cuba from abroad?
No. The leading 0 is only for calls inside Cuba. A number written 05 XXXXXXX at home is dialed +53 5 XXXXXXX from abroad.
How many digits is a phone number in Cuba?
8 digits for mobiles and 6 to 10 for landlines after the country code +53. Mobile numbers start with 05 or 062–064 when written with the leading 0.
What time should I call Cuba from the US?
Cuba is the same time as New York (UTC−5 in Havana). To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM there, call between 9:00 AM–8:00 PM EST, or 6:00 AM–5:00 PM PST on the West Coast. Cuba uses daylight saving time, so the difference changes during the year.
How do people in Cuba call the US?
They dial the exit code 119, then 1 and the 10-digit US number: 119 1 XXX XXX XXXX, or +1 from a mobile.
How much does it cost to call Cuba?
It depends on your plan: many US plans charge per minute for international calls, and calls to Cuba mobiles often cost more than calls to landlines. Internet calling apps are free when both people have the same app.
Cuba Quick Info
Country Code +53
ISO Code CU
Capital Havana
Time Zone UTC-5
Exit Code (US) 011
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