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Libya Phone Number Format

Country code +218 — Complete guide to Libya phone number formats, mobile and landline structures, and area codes.

How Libya Phone Numbers Are Written

Phone numbers in Libya have 9 digits after the country code +218. Inside Libya a number is written with a leading 0, which makes 10 digits: 091-XXXXXXX. Drop that 0 when you call from abroad or save the number in international format: +218 91-XXXXXXX.

Country code+218
Digits after +2189 digits
Trunk prefix (domestic calls) 0, dropped after +218
Mobile numbers start with 091–096
Exit code (to call abroad from Libya)00
Dial from the US011 218 91-XXXXXXX

Mobile vs. Landline Numbers

Mobile numbers

9 digits after +218, starting with 091–096.

091-XXXXXXX at home
+218 91-XXXXXXX international
Landline numbers

9 digits after +218. Landlines begin with an area code, for example Tripoli:

021-XXXXXXX at home
+218 21-XXXXXXX international

Libya Number Types

Type Starts with Written at home International From the US
Mobile 091–096 091-XXXXXXX +218 91-XXXXXXX 011 218 91-XXXXXXX
Landline — 021-XXXXXXX +218 21-XXXXXXX 011 218 21-XXXXXXX

X stands for any digit. Source: libphonenumber metadata (phonenumbers 9.0.40), Google's open numbering data.

Checking a number from Libya? The phone number checker tells you if it is valid, mobile or landline, and gives its international format.

Libya Area Codes

Major area codes in Libya:

Area Code City / Region
553 Abengawad
274 Abu Issa
551 Abuhadi
282 Agelat
282 Ajailat
454 Al Josh
272 Azizia
322 Bani Walid
22 Ben Gashir
61 Benghazi
63 Benina
732 Bergen
655 Bisher
721 Brak
529 Bugrain
425 Buzayan
523 Dafnia
625 Deriana
81 Derna
723 Edry
84 El Beida
684 Elbayada
624 Elkuwaifia
629 Elmagrun
67 Elmareg
279 Elmaya
23 Ezzaonia
733 Garda
41 Garian
484 Ghadames
724 Ghat
729 Ghrefa
623 Gmines
423 Guassem
821 Gubba
82 Haraua
271 Hashan
284 Hugialin
57 Hun
884 Jaghbub
657 Jalo
682 Jardas
627 Jerdina
281 Jmail
626 Kaalifa
481 Kabaw
524 Kasarahmad
31 Khums
427 Kikla
652 Kofra
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Dialing Tips

  • Remove the leading 0: When dialing internationally, drop the trunk prefix (0) that is used for domestic calls in Libya.
  • Use the + notation: From a US mobile phone, use +218 instead of 011 218.
  • Verify the number length: Numbers in Libya have 9 digits after +218. If your call does not connect, check that no digit is missing or doubled.
  • Save contacts in international format: Always store phone numbers with the full +218 prefix so they work from any country.

Libya Phone Number FAQ

How many digits does a phone number in Libya have?

Phone numbers in Libya have 9 digits after the country code +218. Written for domestic calls with the leading 0, a mobile number has 10 digits.

What do mobile numbers in Libya start with?

Mobile numbers in Libya start with 091–096 when written for domestic calls. In international format the leading 0 is dropped: +218 91-XXXXXXX.

How do I write a phone number from Libya in international format?

Start with +218, then the national number without the leading 0. For example, a mobile number written 091-XXXXXXX at home becomes +218 91-XXXXXXX. From a US landline, dial 011 218 91-XXXXXXX.

How do I call the US from Libya?

Dial the exit code 00, then 1 and the 10-digit US number: 00 1 XXX XXX XXXX. From a mobile phone you can use + instead of 00: +1 XXX XXX XXXX.

Libya Quick Info
Country Code +218
ISO Code LY
Capital Tripolis
International Prefix 011 (from US)
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