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How to Call Macedonia from the United States

Country code +389 — Dial 011 389 72 XXX XXX from a US landline or +389 72 XXX XXX from a mobile phone.

+389
Macedonia Country Code

What to Dial

  1. 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
  2. 2Dial 389, the country code of Macedonia.
  3. 3Dial the number: 8 digits, without the leading 0 used for calls inside Macedonia.
Calling a… Written in Macedonia From a US landline From a cell phone
Mobile 072 XXX XXX 011 389 72 XXX XXX +389 72 XXX XXX
Landline (Skopje) 02 XXX XXXX 011 389 2 XXX XXXX +389 2 XXX XXXX

X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 07. More number types: Macedonia phone number format.

Mobile or Landline?

Macedonia had 108 mobile subscriptions and 25.0 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 Macedonia mobiles.

Source: World Bank (ITU).

Calling Tips for Macedonia

Best Time to Call

To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in Skopje, call between 3:00 AM–2:00 PM EST (12:00 AM–11:00 AM PST). Macedonia changes its clocks for daylight saving time.

Macedonia is on UTC+1, 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 (EST)
--:--
UTC-5
+6h
Macedonia
--:--
UTC+1

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I call Macedonia from the US?
From a US landline, dial 011, then 389, then the number without its leading 0: 011 389 72 XXX XXX for a mobile. From a cell phone, dial +389 72 XXX XXX.
Do I dial the 0 when calling Macedonia from abroad?
No. The leading 0 is only for calls inside Macedonia. A number written 072 XXX XXX at home is dialed +389 72 XXX XXX from abroad.
How many digits is a phone number in Macedonia?
8 digits after the country code +389. Mobile numbers start with 07 when written with the leading 0.
What time should I call Macedonia from the US?
Macedonia is 6 hours ahead of New York (UTC+1 in Skopje). To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM there, call between 3:00 AM–2:00 PM EST, or 12:00 AM–11:00 AM PST on the West Coast. Macedonia uses daylight saving time, so the difference changes during the year.
How do people in Macedonia 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 Macedonia?
It depends on your plan: many US plans charge per minute for international calls, and calls to Macedonia mobiles often cost more than calls to landlines. Internet calling apps are free when both people have the same app.
Macedonia Quick Info
Country Code +389
ISO Code MK
Capital Skopje
Time Zone UTC+1
Exit Code (US) 011
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