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How to Call Finland from the United States
Country code +358 — Dial 011 358 41 XXXXXXX from a US landline or +358 41 XXXXXXX from a mobile phone.
What to Dial
- 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
- 2Dial 358, the country code of Finland.
- 3Dial the number: 6 to 10 digits for mobiles and 5 to 9 for landlines, without the leading 0 used for calls inside Finland.
| Calling a… | Written in Finland | From a US landline | From a cell phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile | 041 XXXXXXX |
011 358 41 XXXXXXX |
+358 41 XXXXXXX |
| Landline (North Karelia) | 013 XXXXXXX |
011 358 13 XXXXXXX |
+358 13 XXXXXXX |
X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 04 or 050. More number types: Finland phone number format.
Mobile or Landline?
Finland had 126 mobile subscriptions and 2.7 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 Finland mobiles.
Source: World Bank (ITU).
Calling Tips for Finland
Best Time to Call
To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in Helsinki, call between 2:00 AM–1:00 PM EDT (11:00 PM–10:00 AM PDT). Finland changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
Finland is on UTC+3, 7 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.