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How to Call Poland from the United States
Country code +48 — Dial 011 48 51X XXX XXX from a US landline or +48 51X XXX XXX from a mobile phone.
What to Dial
- 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
- 2Dial 48, the country code of Poland.
- 3Dial the number: 9 digits for mobiles and 7 or 9 for landlines, exactly as written: Poland has no leading 0 to drop.
| Calling a… | Written in Poland | From a US landline | From a cell phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile | 51X XXX XXX |
011 48 51X XXX XXX |
+48 51X XXX XXX |
| Landline (Kraków) | 12 XXX XX XX |
011 48 12 XXX XX XX |
+48 12 XXX XX XX |
X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 2, 4, 5, 6, 7 or 8. More number types: Poland phone number format.
Mobile or Landline?
Poland had 138 mobile subscriptions and 11.5 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 Poland mobiles.
Source: World Bank (ITU).
Calling Tips for Poland
Best Time to Call
To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in Warsaw, call between 3:00 AM–2:00 PM EST (12:00 AM–11:00 AM PST). Poland changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
Poland 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.