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How to Call Taiwan from the United States

Country code +886 — Dial 011 886 91X XXX XXX from a US landline or +886 91X XXX XXX from a mobile phone.

+886
Taiwan Country Code

What to Dial

  1. 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
  2. 2Dial 886, the country code of Taiwan.
  3. 3Dial the number: 9 digits for mobiles and 8 or 9 for landlines, without the leading 0 used for calls inside Taiwan.
Calling a… Written in Taiwan From a US landline From a cell phone
Mobile 091X XXX XXX 011 886 91X XXX XXX +886 91X XXX XXX
Landline (Taipei) 02 XXXX XXXX 011 886 2 XXXX XXXX +886 2 XXXX XXXX

X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 090–098. More number types: Taiwan phone number format.

Mobile or Landline?

Taiwan had 124 mobile subscriptions and 58.5 landlines per 100 people in 2016. Landlines are still common, which matters because many US plans charge different rates for landlines and mobiles.

Source: ITU (2016).

Calling Tips for Taiwan

Best Time to Call

To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in Taipei, call between 9:00 PM–8:00 AM EDT (6:00 PM–5:00 AM PDT). Taiwan doesn’t change its clocks, so the gap moves by an hour when the US does.

Taiwan is on UTC+8, 12 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
+12h
Taiwan
--:--
UTC+8

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I call Taiwan from the US?
From a US landline, dial 011, then 886, then the number without its leading 0: 011 886 91X XXX XXX for a mobile. From a cell phone, dial +886 91X XXX XXX.
Do I dial the 0 when calling Taiwan from abroad?
No. The leading 0 is only for calls inside Taiwan. A number written 091X XXX XXX at home is dialed +886 91X XXX XXX from abroad.
How many digits is a phone number in Taiwan?
9 digits for mobiles and 8 or 9 for landlines after the country code +886. Mobile numbers start with 090–098 when written with the leading 0.
What time should I call Taiwan from the US?
Taiwan is 12 hours ahead of New York (UTC+8 in Taipei). To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM there, call between 9:00 PM–8:00 AM EDT, or 6:00 PM–5:00 AM PDT on the West Coast. Taiwan doesn't change its clocks, so the difference shifts by an hour when the US switches to or from daylight saving time.
How much does it cost to call Taiwan?
It depends on your plan: many US plans charge per minute for international calls, and calls to Taiwan mobiles often cost more than calls to landlines. Internet calling apps are free when both people have the same app.
Taiwan Quick Info
Country Code +886
ISO Code TW
Capital Taipei
Time Zone UTC+8
Exit Code (US) 011
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