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How to Call Romania from the United States
Country code +40 — Dial 011 40 71X XXX XXX from a US landline or +40 71X XXX XXX from a mobile phone.
What to Dial
- 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
- 2Dial 40, the country code of Romania.
- 3Dial the number: 9 digits for mobiles and 6 or 9 for landlines, without the leading 0 used for calls inside Romania.
| Calling a… | Written in Romania | From a US landline | From a cell phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile | 071X XXX XXX |
011 40 71X XXX XXX |
+40 71X XXX XXX |
| Landline (Bucharest and Ilfov County) | 021 XXX XXXX |
011 40 21 XXX XXXX |
+40 21 XXX XXXX |
X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 060, 062–063 or 07. More number types: Romania phone number format.
Mobile or Landline?
Romania had 120 mobile subscriptions and 9.1 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 Romania mobiles.
Source: World Bank (ITU).
Calling Tips for Romania
Best Time to Call
To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in Bucharest, call between 2:00 AM–1:00 PM EDT (11:00 PM–10:00 AM PDT). Romania changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
Romania 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.