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How to Call Slovenia from the United States

Country code +386 — Dial 011 386 31 XXX XXX from a US landline or +386 31 XXX XXX from a mobile phone.

+386
Slovenia Country Code

What to Dial

  1. 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
  2. 2Dial 386, the country code of Slovenia.
  3. 3Dial the number: 8 digits, without the leading 0 used for calls inside Slovenia.
Calling a… Written in Slovenia From a US landline From a cell phone
Mobile 031 XXX XXX 011 386 31 XXX XXX +386 31 XXX XXX
Landline (Ljubljana) (01) XXX XX XX 011 386 1 XXX XX XX +386 1 XXX XX XX

X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 03, 04, 05, 06 or 07. More number types: Slovenia phone number format.

Mobile or Landline?

Slovenia had 131 mobile subscriptions and 28.7 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 Slovenia mobiles.

Source: World Bank (ITU).

Calling Tips for Slovenia

Best Time to Call

To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in Ljubljana, call between 3:00 AM–2:00 PM EDT (12:00 AM–11:00 AM PDT). Slovenia changes its clocks for daylight saving time.

Slovenia is on UTC+2, 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 (EDT)
--:--
UTC-4
+6h
Slovenia
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UTC+2

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I call Slovenia from the US?
From a US landline, dial 011, then 386, then the number without its leading 0: 011 386 31 XXX XXX for a mobile. From a cell phone, dial +386 31 XXX XXX.
Do I dial the 0 when calling Slovenia from abroad?
No. The leading 0 is only for calls inside Slovenia. A number written 031 XXX XXX at home is dialed +386 31 XXX XXX from abroad.
How many digits is a phone number in Slovenia?
8 digits after the country code +386. Mobile numbers start with 03, 04, 05, 06 or 07 when written with the leading 0.
What time should I call Slovenia from the US?
Slovenia is 6 hours ahead of New York (UTC+2 in Ljubljana). To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM there, call between 3:00 AM–2:00 PM EDT, or 12:00 AM–11:00 AM PDT on the West Coast. Slovenia uses daylight saving time, so the difference changes during the year.
How do people in Slovenia 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 Slovenia?
It depends on your plan: many US plans charge per minute for international calls, and calls to Slovenia mobiles often cost more than calls to landlines. Internet calling apps are free when both people have the same app.
Slovenia Quick Info
Country Code +386
ISO Code SI
Capital Ljubljana
Time Zone UTC+2
Exit Code (US) 011
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