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How to Call Portugal from the United States
Country code +351 — Dial 011 351 91X XXX XXX from a US landline or +351 91X XXX XXX from a mobile phone.
What to Dial
- 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
- 2Dial 351, the country code of Portugal.
- 3Dial the number: 9 digits, exactly as written: Portugal has no leading 0 to drop.
| Calling a… | Written in Portugal | From a US landline | From a cell phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile | 91X XXX XXX |
011 351 91X XXX XXX |
+351 91X XXX XXX |
| Landline (Lisbon) | 21 XXX XXXX |
011 351 21 XXX XXXX |
+351 21 XXX XXXX |
X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 16, 60, 63, 65–66, 91–94 or 96. More number types: Portugal phone number format.
Mobile or Landline?
Portugal had 124 mobile subscriptions and 53.0 landlines per 100 people in 2024. Landlines are still common, which matters because many US plans charge different rates for landlines and mobiles.
Source: World Bank (ITU).
Calling Tips for Portugal
Best Time to Call
To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in Lisbon, call between 4:00 AM–3:00 PM EDT (1:00 AM–12:00 PM PDT). Portugal changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
Portugal is on UTC+1, 5 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.