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How to Call Moldova from the United States

Country code +373 — Dial 011 373 62X XX XXX from a US landline or +373 62X XX XXX from a mobile phone.

+373
Moldova Country Code

What to Dial

  1. 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
  2. 2Dial 373, the country code of Moldova.
  3. 3Dial the number: 8 digits, without the leading 0 used for calls inside Moldova.
Calling a… Written in Moldova From a US landline From a cell phone
Mobile 062X XX XXX 011 373 62X XX XXX +373 62X XX XXX
Landline (Chisinau) 022 XXX XXX 011 373 22 XXX XXX +373 22 XXX XXX

X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 056, 06, 071 or 076–079. More number types: Moldova phone number format.

Mobile or Landline?

Moldova had 120 mobile subscriptions and 24.2 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 Moldova mobiles.

Source: World Bank (ITU).

Calling Tips for Moldova

Best Time to Call

To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in Chisinau, call between 2:00 AM–1:00 PM EDT (11:00 PM–10:00 AM PDT). Moldova changes its clocks for daylight saving time.

Moldova is on UTC+3, 7 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
+7h
Moldova
--:--
UTC+3

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I call Moldova from the US?
From a US landline, dial 011, then 373, then the number without its leading 0: 011 373 62X XX XXX for a mobile. From a cell phone, dial +373 62X XX XXX.
Do I dial the 0 when calling Moldova from abroad?
No. The leading 0 is only for calls inside Moldova. A number written 062X XX XXX at home is dialed +373 62X XX XXX from abroad.
How many digits is a phone number in Moldova?
8 digits after the country code +373. Mobile numbers start with 056, 06, 071 or 076–079 when written with the leading 0.
What time should I call Moldova from the US?
Moldova is 7 hours ahead of New York (UTC+3 in Chisinau). To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM there, call between 2:00 AM–1:00 PM EDT, or 11:00 PM–10:00 AM PDT on the West Coast. Moldova uses daylight saving time, so the difference changes during the year.
How do people in Moldova 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 Moldova?
It depends on your plan: many US plans charge per minute for international calls, and calls to Moldova mobiles often cost more than calls to landlines. Internet calling apps are free when both people have the same app.
Moldova Quick Info
Country Code +373
ISO Code MD
Capital Chisinau
Time Zone UTC+3
Exit Code (US) 011
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