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How to Call Kyrgyzstan from the United States

Country code +996 — Dial 011 996 70X XXX XXX from a US landline or +996 70X XXX XXX from a mobile phone.

+996
Kyrgyzstan Country Code

What to Dial

  1. 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
  2. 2Dial 996, the country code of Kyrgyzstan.
  3. 3Dial the number: 9 digits, without the leading 0 used for calls inside Kyrgyzstan.
Calling a… Written in Kyrgyzstan From a US landline From a cell phone
Mobile 070X XXX XXX 011 996 70X XXX XXX +996 70X XXX XXX
Landline (Bishkek, Chuy region) 0312 XXX XXX 011 996 312 XXX XXX +996 312 XXX XXX

X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 02, 05, 06, 07, 08 or 09. More number types: Kyrgyzstan phone number format.

Mobile or Landline?

Kyrgyzstan had 107 mobile subscriptions and 2.2 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 Kyrgyzstan mobiles.

Source: World Bank (ITU).

Calling Tips for Kyrgyzstan

Best Time to Call

To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in Bishkek, call between 10:00 PM–9:00 AM EST (7:00 PM–6:00 AM PST). Kyrgyzstan doesn’t change its clocks, so the gap moves by an hour when the US does.

Kyrgyzstan is on UTC+6, 11 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
+11h
Kyrgyzstan
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UTC+6

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I call Kyrgyzstan from the US?
From a US landline, dial 011, then 996, then the number without its leading 0: 011 996 70X XXX XXX for a mobile. From a cell phone, dial +996 70X XXX XXX.
Do I dial the 0 when calling Kyrgyzstan from abroad?
No. The leading 0 is only for calls inside Kyrgyzstan. A number written 070X XXX XXX at home is dialed +996 70X XXX XXX from abroad.
How many digits is a phone number in Kyrgyzstan?
9 digits after the country code +996. Mobile numbers start with 02, 05, 06, 07, 08 or 09 when written with the leading 0.
What time should I call Kyrgyzstan from the US?
Kyrgyzstan is 11 hours ahead of New York (UTC+6 in Bishkek). To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM there, call between 10:00 PM–9:00 AM EST, or 7:00 PM–6:00 AM PST on the West Coast. Kyrgyzstan doesn't change its clocks, so the difference shifts by an hour when the US switches to or from daylight saving time.
How do people in Kyrgyzstan 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 Kyrgyzstan?
It depends on your plan: many US plans charge per minute for international calls, and calls to Kyrgyzstan mobiles often cost more than calls to landlines. Internet calling apps are free when both people have the same app.
Kyrgyzstan Quick Info
Country Code +996
ISO Code KG
Capital Bishkek
Time Zone UTC+6
Exit Code (US) 011
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