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How to Call Libya from the United States
Country code +218 — Dial 011 218 91-XXXXXXX from a US landline or +218 91-XXXXXXX from a mobile phone.
What to Dial
- 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
- 2Dial 218, the country code of Libya.
- 3Dial the number: 9 digits, without the leading 0 used for calls inside Libya.
| Calling a… | Written in Libya | From a US landline | From a cell phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile | 091-XXXXXXX |
011 218 91-XXXXXXX |
+218 91-XXXXXXX |
| Landline (Tripoli) | 021-XXXXXXX |
011 218 21-XXXXXXX |
+218 21-XXXXXXX |
X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 091–096. More number types: Libya phone number format.
Mobile or Landline?
Libya had 193 mobile subscriptions and 16.9 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 Libya mobiles.
Source: World Bank (ITU).
Calling Tips for Libya
Best Time to Call
To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in Tripolis, call between 3:00 AM–2:00 PM EDT (12:00 AM–11:00 AM PDT). Libya doesn’t change its clocks, so the gap moves by an hour when the US does.
Libya 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.