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How to Call Serbia from the United States

Country code +381 — Dial 011 381 60 XXXXXXX from a US landline or +381 60 XXXXXXX from a mobile phone.

+381
Serbia Country Code

What to Dial

  1. 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
  2. 2Dial 381, the country code of Serbia.
  3. 3Dial the number: 8 to 10 digits for mobiles and 7 to 12 for landlines, without the leading 0 used for calls inside Serbia.
Calling a… Written in Serbia From a US landline From a cell phone
Mobile 060 XXXXXXX 011 381 60 XXXXXXX +381 60 XXXXXXX
Landline (Pirot) 010 XXXXXX 011 381 10 XXXXXX +381 10 XXXXXX

X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 06. More number types: Serbia phone number format.

Mobile or Landline?

Serbia had 124 mobile subscriptions and 36.7 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 Serbia

Best Time to Call

To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in Belgrade, call between 3:00 AM–2:00 PM EST (12:00 AM–11:00 AM PST). Serbia changes its clocks for daylight saving time.

Serbia 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.

Time Difference

US Eastern (EST)
--:--
UTC-5
+6h
Serbia
--:--
UTC+1

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I call Serbia from the US?
From a US landline, dial 011, then 381, then the number without its leading 0: 011 381 60 XXXXXXX for a mobile. From a cell phone, dial +381 60 XXXXXXX.
Do I dial the 0 when calling Serbia from abroad?
No. The leading 0 is only for calls inside Serbia. A number written 060 XXXXXXX at home is dialed +381 60 XXXXXXX from abroad.
How many digits is a phone number in Serbia?
8 to 10 digits for mobiles and 7 to 12 for landlines after the country code +381. Mobile numbers start with 06 when written with the leading 0.
What time should I call Serbia from the US?
Serbia is 6 hours ahead of New York (UTC+1 in Belgrade). To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM there, call between 3:00 AM–2:00 PM EST, or 12:00 AM–11:00 AM PST on the West Coast. Serbia uses daylight saving time, so the difference changes during the year.
How do people in Serbia 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 Serbia?
It depends on your plan: many US plans charge per minute for international calls, and calls to Serbia mobiles often cost more than calls to landlines. Internet calling apps are free when both people have the same app.
Serbia Quick Info
Country Code +381
ISO Code RS
Capital Belgrade
Time Zone UTC+1
Exit Code (US) 011
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