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How to Call Switzerland from the United States

Country code +41 — Dial 011 41 78 XXX XX XX from a US landline or +41 78 XXX XX XX from a mobile phone.

+41
Switzerland Country Code

What to Dial

  1. 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
  2. 2Dial 41, the country code of Switzerland.
  3. 3Dial the number: 9 digits, without the leading 0 used for calls inside Switzerland.
Calling a… Written in Switzerland From a US landline From a cell phone
Mobile 078 XXX XX XX 011 41 78 XXX XX XX +41 78 XXX XX XX
Landline (Lausanne) 021 XXX XX XX 011 41 21 XXX XX XX +41 21 XXX XX XX

X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 068–069, 072–073 or 075–079. More number types: Switzerland phone number format.

Mobile or Landline?

Switzerland had 129 mobile subscriptions and 30.6 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 Switzerland mobiles.

Source: World Bank (ITU).

Calling Tips for Switzerland

Best Time to Call

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

Switzerland 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
Switzerland
--:--
UTC+1

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I call Switzerland from the US?
From a US landline, dial 011, then 41, then the number without its leading 0: 011 41 78 XXX XX XX for a mobile. From a cell phone, dial +41 78 XXX XX XX.
Do I dial the 0 when calling Switzerland from abroad?
No. The leading 0 is only for calls inside Switzerland. A number written 078 XXX XX XX at home is dialed +41 78 XXX XX XX from abroad.
How many digits is a phone number in Switzerland?
9 digits after the country code +41. Mobile numbers start with 068–069, 072–073 or 075–079 when written with the leading 0.
What time should I call Switzerland from the US?
Switzerland is 6 hours ahead of New York (UTC+1 in Berne). 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. Switzerland uses daylight saving time, so the difference changes during the year.
How do people in Switzerland 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 Switzerland?
It depends on your plan: many US plans charge per minute for international calls, and calls to Switzerland mobiles often cost more than calls to landlines. Internet calling apps are free when both people have the same app.
Switzerland Quick Info
Country Code +41
ISO Code CH
Capital Berne
Time Zone UTC+1
Exit Code (US) 011
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