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How to Call Turkmenistan from the United States

Country code +993 — Dial 011 993 66 XXXXXX from a US landline or +993 66 XXXXXX from a mobile phone.

+993
Turkmenistan Country Code

What to Dial

  1. 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
  2. 2Dial 993, the country code of Turkmenistan.
  3. 3Dial the number: 8 digits, without the leading 8 used for calls inside Turkmenistan.
Calling a… Written in Turkmenistan From a US landline From a cell phone
Mobile 8 66 XXXXXX 011 993 66 XXXXXX +993 66 XXXXXX
Landline (Ahal) (8 12) XX-XX-XX 011 993 12 XX-XX-XX +993 12 XX-XX-XX

X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 86 or 871–872. More number types: Turkmenistan phone number format.

Mobile or Landline?

Turkmenistan had 88 mobile subscriptions and 10.2 landlines per 100 people in 2021. Most people you call will be on a mobile, so ask for their mobile number and check what your plan charges for calls to Turkmenistan mobiles.

Source: World Bank (ITU).

Calling Tips for Turkmenistan

Best Time to Call

To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in Ashgabat, call between 11:00 PM–10:00 AM EST (8:00 PM–7:00 AM PST). Turkmenistan doesn’t change its clocks, so the gap moves by an hour when the US does.

Turkmenistan is on UTC+5, 10 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)
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UTC-5
+10h
Turkmenistan
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UTC+5

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I call Turkmenistan from the US?
From a US landline, dial 011, then 993, then the number without its leading 8: 011 993 66 XXXXXX for a mobile. From a cell phone, dial +993 66 XXXXXX.
Do I dial the 8 when calling Turkmenistan from abroad?
No. The leading 8 is only for calls inside Turkmenistan. A number written 8 66 XXXXXX at home is dialed +993 66 XXXXXX from abroad.
How many digits is a phone number in Turkmenistan?
8 digits after the country code +993. Mobile numbers start with 86 or 871–872 when written with the leading 8.
What time should I call Turkmenistan from the US?
Turkmenistan is 10 hours ahead of New York (UTC+5 in Ashgabat). To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM there, call between 11:00 PM–10:00 AM EST, or 8:00 PM–7:00 AM PST on the West Coast. Turkmenistan doesn't change its clocks, so the difference shifts by an hour when the US switches to or from daylight saving time.
How do people in Turkmenistan call the US?
They dial the exit code 810, then 1 and the 10-digit US number: 810 1 XXX XXX XXXX, or +1 from a mobile.
How much does it cost to call Turkmenistan?
It depends on your plan: many US plans charge per minute for international calls, and calls to Turkmenistan mobiles often cost more than calls to landlines. Internet calling apps are free when both people have the same app.
Turkmenistan Quick Info
Country Code +993
ISO Code TM
Capital Ashgabat
Time Zone UTC+5
Exit Code (US) 011
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