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How to Call Kosovo from the United States

Country code +383 — Dial 011 383 43 XXX XXX from a US landline or +383 43 XXX XXX from a mobile phone.

+383
Kosovo Country Code

What to Dial

  1. 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
  2. 2Dial 383, the country code of Kosovo.
  3. 3Dial the number: 8 digits for mobiles and 8 to 12 for landlines, without the leading 0 used for calls inside Kosovo.
Calling a… Written in Kosovo From a US landline From a cell phone
Mobile 043 XXX XXX 011 383 43 XXX XXX +383 43 XXX XXX
Landline (Gjilan) 028 XXX XXX 011 383 28 XXX XXX +383 28 XXX XXX

X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 043–049. More number types: Kosovo phone number format.

Mobile or Landline?

Kosovo had 35 mobile subscriptions and 6.5 landlines per 100 people in 2022. Most people you call will be on a mobile, so ask for their mobile number and check what your plan charges for calls to Kosovo mobiles.

Source: World Bank (ITU).

Calling Tips for Kosovo

Best Time to Call

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

Kosovo 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
Kosovo
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UTC+2

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I call Kosovo from the US?
From a US landline, dial 011, then 383, then the number without its leading 0: 011 383 43 XXX XXX for a mobile. From a cell phone, dial +383 43 XXX XXX.
Do I dial the 0 when calling Kosovo from abroad?
No. The leading 0 is only for calls inside Kosovo. A number written 043 XXX XXX at home is dialed +383 43 XXX XXX from abroad.
How many digits is a phone number in Kosovo?
8 digits for mobiles and 8 to 12 for landlines after the country code +383. Mobile numbers start with 043–049 when written with the leading 0.
What time should I call Kosovo from the US?
Kosovo is 6 hours ahead of New York (UTC+2 in Pristina). 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. Kosovo uses daylight saving time, so the difference changes during the year.
How do people in Kosovo 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 Kosovo?
It depends on your plan: many US plans charge per minute for international calls, and calls to Kosovo mobiles often cost more than calls to landlines. Internet calling apps are free when both people have the same app.
Kosovo Quick Info
Country Code +383
ISO Code XK
Capital Pristina
Time Zone UTC+2
Exit Code (US) 011
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