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How to Call Spain from the United States
Country code +34 — Dial 011 34 61X XX XX XX from a US landline or +34 61X XX XX XX from a mobile phone.
What to Dial
- 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
- 2Dial 34, the country code of Spain.
- 3Dial the number: 9 digits, exactly as written: Spain has no leading 0 to drop.
| Calling a… | Written in Spain | From a US landline | From a cell phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile | 61X XX XX XX |
011 34 61X XX XX XX |
+34 61X XX XX XX |
| Landline (Madrid) | 810 XX XX XX |
011 34 810 XX XX XX |
+34 810 XX XX XX |
X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 6, 71–74 or 78. More number types: Spain phone number format.
Mobile or Landline?
Spain had 130 mobile subscriptions and 38.0 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 Spain
Best Time to Call
To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in Madrid, call between 3:00 AM–2:00 PM EDT (12:00 AM–11:00 AM PDT). Spain changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
Spain 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.