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How to Call Ireland from the United States

Country code +353 — Dial 011 353 85 XXX XXXX from a US landline or +353 85 XXX XXXX from a mobile phone.

+353
Ireland Country Code

What to Dial

  1. 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
  2. 2Dial 353, the country code of Ireland.
  3. 3Dial the number: 9 digits for mobiles and 7 to 10 for landlines, without the leading 0 used for calls inside Ireland.
Calling a… Written in Ireland From a US landline From a cell phone
Mobile 085 XXX XXXX 011 353 85 XXX XXXX +353 85 XXX XXXX
Landline (Mallow) (022) XXXXX 011 353 22 XXXXX +353 22 XXXXX

X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 082–083 or 085–089. More number types: Ireland phone number format.

Mobile or Landline?

Ireland had 113 mobile subscriptions and 20.5 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 Ireland mobiles.

Source: World Bank (ITU).

Calling Tips for Ireland

Best Time to Call

To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in Dublin, call between 4:00 AM–3:00 PM EST (1:00 AM–12:00 PM PST). Ireland changes its clocks for daylight saving time.

Ireland is on UTC+0, 5 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 (EST)
--:--
UTC-5
+5h
Ireland
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UTC+0

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I call Ireland from the US?
From a US landline, dial 011, then 353, then the number without its leading 0: 011 353 85 XXX XXXX for a mobile. From a cell phone, dial +353 85 XXX XXXX.
Do I dial the 0 when calling Ireland from abroad?
No. The leading 0 is only for calls inside Ireland. A number written 085 XXX XXXX at home is dialed +353 85 XXX XXXX from abroad.
How many digits is a phone number in Ireland?
9 digits for mobiles and 7 to 10 for landlines after the country code +353. Mobile numbers start with 082–083 or 085–089 when written with the leading 0.
What time should I call Ireland from the US?
Ireland is 5 hours ahead of New York (UTC+0 in Dublin). To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM there, call between 4:00 AM–3:00 PM EST, or 1:00 AM–12:00 PM PST on the West Coast. Ireland uses daylight saving time, so the difference changes during the year.
How do people in Ireland 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 Ireland?
It depends on your plan: many US plans charge per minute for international calls, and calls to Ireland mobiles often cost more than calls to landlines. Internet calling apps are free when both people have the same app.
Ireland Quick Info
Country Code +353
ISO Code IE
Capital Dublin
Time Zone UTC+0
Exit Code (US) 011
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