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How to Call Macau from the United States
Country code +853 — Dial 011 853 66XX XXXX from a US landline or +853 66XX XXXX from a mobile phone.
What to Dial
- 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
- 2Dial 853, the country code of Macau.
- 3Dial the number: 8 digits, exactly as written: Macau has no leading 0 to drop.
| Calling a… | Written in Macau | From a US landline | From a cell phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile | 66XX XXXX |
011 853 66XX XXXX |
+853 66XX XXXX |
| Landline (Macao) | 2821 XXXX |
011 853 2821 XXXX |
+853 2821 XXXX |
X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 62–63, 65–66 or 68. More number types: Macau phone number format.
Mobile or Landline?
Macau had 201 mobile subscriptions and 11.3 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 Macau mobiles.
Source: World Bank (ITU).
Calling Tips for Macau
Best Time to Call
To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in Macao, call between 9:00 PM–8:00 AM EDT (6:00 PM–5:00 AM PDT). Macau doesn’t change its clocks, so the gap moves by an hour when the US does.
Macau is on UTC+8, 12 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.