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How to Call Philippines from the United States

Country code +63 — Dial 011 63 90X XXX XXXX from a US landline or +63 90X XXX XXXX from a mobile phone.

+63
Philippines Country Code

What to Dial

  1. 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
  2. 2Dial 63, the country code of the Philippines.
  3. 3Dial the number: 10 digits for mobiles and 6 to 10 for landlines, without the leading 0 used for calls inside the Philippines.
Calling a… Written in Philippines From a US landline From a cell phone
Mobile 090X XXX XXXX 011 63 90X XXX XXXX +63 90X XXX XXXX
Landline (02) XXXX XXXX 011 63 2 XXXX XXXX +63 2 XXXX XXXX

X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 081, 089 or 09. More number types: Philippines phone number format.

Mobile or Landline?

The Philippines had 115 mobile subscriptions and 3.8 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 Philippines mobiles.

Source: World Bank (ITU).

Calling Tips for Philippines

Best Time to Call

To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in Manila, call between 9:00 PM–8:00 AM EDT (6:00 PM–5:00 AM PDT). The Philippines doesn’t change its clocks, so the gap moves by an hour when the US does.

The Philippines 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.

Time Difference

US Eastern (EDT)
--:--
UTC-4
+12h
Philippines
--:--
UTC+8

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I call the Philippines from the US?
From a US landline, dial 011, then 63, then the number without its leading 0: 011 63 90X XXX XXXX for a mobile. From a cell phone, dial +63 90X XXX XXXX.
Do I dial the 0 when calling the Philippines from abroad?
No. The leading 0 is only for calls inside the Philippines. A number written 090X XXX XXXX at home is dialed +63 90X XXX XXXX from abroad.
How many digits is a phone number in the Philippines?
10 digits for mobiles and 6 to 10 for landlines after the country code +63. Mobile numbers start with 081, 089 or 09 when written with the leading 0.
What time should I call the Philippines from the US?
The Philippines is 12 hours ahead of New York (UTC+8 in Manila). To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM there, call between 9:00 PM–8:00 AM EDT, or 6:00 PM–5:00 AM PDT on the West Coast. The Philippines 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 the Philippines 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 the Philippines?
It depends on your plan: many US plans charge per minute for international calls, and calls to Philippines mobiles often cost more than calls to landlines. Internet calling apps are free when both people have the same app.
Philippines Quick Info
Country Code +63
ISO Code PH
Capital Manila
Time Zone UTC+8
Exit Code (US) 011
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