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How to Call Israel from the United States
Country code +972 — Dial 011 972 50-XXX-XXXX from a US landline or +972 50-XXX-XXXX from a mobile phone.
What to Dial
- 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
- 2Dial 972, the country code of Israel.
- 3Dial the number: 9 digits for mobiles and 8 to 12 for landlines, without the leading 0 used for calls inside Israel.
| Calling a… | Written in Israel | From a US landline | From a cell phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile | 050-XXX-XXXX |
011 972 50-XXX-XXXX |
+972 50-XXX-XXXX |
| Landline (Jerusalem) | 02-XXX-XXXX |
011 972 2-XXX-XXXX |
+972 2-XXX-XXXX |
X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 050–056 or 058–059. More number types: Israel phone number format.
Mobile or Landline?
Israel had 177 mobile subscriptions and 27.7 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 Israel mobiles.
Source: World Bank (ITU).
Calling Tips for Israel
Best Time to Call
To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in Jerusalem, call between 2:00 AM–1:00 PM EDT (11:00 PM–10:00 AM PDT). Israel changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
Israel 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.