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How to Call Uruguay from the United States
Country code +598 — Dial 011 598 94 XXX XXX from a US landline or +598 94 XXX XXX from a mobile phone.
What to Dial
- 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
- 2Dial 598, the country code of Uruguay.
- 3Dial the number: 8 digits, without the leading 0 used for calls inside Uruguay.
| Calling a… | Written in Uruguay | From a US landline | From a cell phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile | 094 XXX XXX |
011 598 94 XXX XXX |
+598 94 XXX XXX |
| Landline (Montevideo) | 2123 XXXX |
011 598 2123 XXXX |
+598 2123 XXXX |
X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 091–099. More number types: Uruguay phone number format.
Mobile or Landline?
Uruguay had 146 mobile subscriptions and 35.6 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 Uruguay mobiles.
Source: World Bank (ITU).
Calling Tips for Uruguay
Best Time to Call
To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in Montevideo, call between 7:00 AM–6:00 PM EST (4:00 AM–3:00 PM PST). Uruguay doesn’t change its clocks, so the gap moves by an hour when the US does.
Uruguay is on UTC−3, 2 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.