How do I call Portugal from Switzerland?

To call Portugal from Switzerland, dial the exit code 00, followed by the country code +351, then the phone number. For example, to call the number 912 345 678, you would dial: 00 351 912 345 678.

What is the country calling code for Portugal when calling from Switzerland?

The country calling code for Portugal is +351. To call Portugal from Switzerland, dial +351 followed by the local phone number.

What timezone is Portugal in?

Portugal spans multiple timezones: UTC-01:00, UTC. The capital Lisbon is typically in one of the eastern timezones.

What currency is used in Portugal?

The official currency of Portugal is the Euro (€). This is the primary currency used for all transactions in the country.

What is the capital city of Portugal?

The capital city of Portugal is Lisbon. It serves as the political and administrative center of the country.

How do I make cheap calls to Portugal when calling from Switzerland?

To make affordable calls to Portugal from Switzerland, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +351 followed by the local number. No app download required, and our rates are significantly cheaper than traditional phone carriers.

How much does it cost to call Portugal when calling from Switzerland?

CallTuv offers competitive rates for calls to Portugal from Switzerland. Rates vary depending on whether you're calling a mobile or landline number. Check our rates page for the most up-to-date pricing.

What is the best time to call Portugal from Switzerland?

The capital-to-capital time gap is 2h destination behind. A practical window in Switzerland is 11:00-20:00 local time, which maps to standard business hours in Portugal.

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How to Call Portugal from Switzerland

Calling Portugal from Switzerland: 00 351 [local number].

Portugal Country Code: +351

ISO: PT

PRT

Quick answer

To call Portugal from Switzerland, dial 00, then 351, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 00 351 912 345 678.

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Dialing format

00 351 912 345 678

Exit code • Country code • Local number

Whether you’re calling family, friends, or business contacts, knowing how to call Portugal correctly helps your conversation start smoothly. This guide covers the essential dialing steps, including country and area codes that are easy to miss. By the end, you’ll be ready to connect confidently with anyone in Portugal - whether you’re calling Lisbon or anywhere else.

Step-by-Step Dialing Guide

Follow these simple steps to make a call to Portugal from Switzerland

International Guide

Dial the exit code for Switzerland

Start by dialing 00 (or use + on mobile). This is the international dialing prefix for Switzerland.

Add Portugal's country code

Dial the country code +351 for Portugal.

Enter the local phone number

Dial the local phone number in Portugal (typically 8-10 digits, without any leading zeros).

Complete dialing format

Full format: 00 351 [local number] - For example: 00 351 612 345 678

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International Dialing Format

00351912 345 678

Exit Code•Country Code•Phone Number

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+351912 345 678

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Calling Portugal from Switzerland: Calling Code, Local Time & More

Calling Code

+351

Capital of Portugal

Lisbon

Region

Europe (Southern Europe)

Currency of Portugal

Euro (€)

Portugal Time Zones

UTC-01:00, UTC

Current time

Your time

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Portugal

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Portugal at a Glance

Portugal, located in Southern Europe, is a nation with a rich identity. Its capital city, Lisbon, serves as the administrative center for a population of approximately 11M.

The official currency is the Euro (€). When calling Portugal, the country code is +351. The country observes the UTC-01:00, UTC time zone(s), and the primary language(s) spoken include Portuguese.

Destination Calling Profile: Portugal

Population

11M

Population Rank

#86 of 230

Language Footprint

Portuguese

Time Zone Footprint

UTC-01:00, UTC

City/Area Code Coverage

51 locations listed

Dial Code Status

Exclusive code in dataset

Portugal currently has a 9-digit local number pattern in this guide, with country code +351.

Route Profile: Switzerland to Portugal

Exit Code in Switzerland

00 (dial 00 (or + from mobile))

Switzerland Country Code

+41

Route Dialing Pattern

00 351 912 345 678

Capital Time Difference

2h destination behind

Best Calling Window (Origin Time)

11:00-20:00

Currency Pair

Swiss franc (Fr.) -> Euro (€)

Primary languages: Switzerland (French, Swiss German, Italian, Romansh) and Portugal (Portuguese).

Shared language overlap: No direct overlap in primary language list. Primary timezones: Switzerland (UTC+01:00) and Portugal (UTC-01:00, UTC).

Detailed route planning

Route planning details: Switzerland to Portugal

Use this route profile to plan a real call from Switzerland to Portugal, including the exit code, destination country code, time difference, and local context.

From

Switzerland

Portugal

Switzerland exit code: 00Portugal calling code: +351Time difference: 2h destination behind

For dialing this route, callers in Switzerland usually start with 00 or the plus sign, then dial +351 before the local Portugal number.

Switzerland's primary timezone in this dataset is UTC+01:00, while Portugal's is UTC-01:00. A practical origin-time calling window is 11:00-20:00.

Dialing from Switzerland

Switzerland callers are represented by CH/CHE, with Bern as a capital reference point, Western Europe, 9.1M people, Swiss franc (Fr.), and primary language context of French, Swiss German, Italian, Romansh.

Origin exit prefix: 00 or + from mobile. Origin country code: +41. Origin time zones: UTC+01:00.

Portugal dialing details

Portugal is represented here by PT/PRT, Lisbon, Southern Europe, about 11M people, Euro (€), and primary language context of Portuguese.

Destination calling code: +351. Destination time zones: UTC-01:00, UTC. Rate check: check live price before dialing.

Switzerland to Portugal call planning

This route combines Switzerland's outbound dialing rules with Portugal's destination numbering and local schedule. The primary timezone relationship is 2h destination behind, and the recommended origin-time window is 11:00-20:00.

Dialing sequence: 00 351 local number. Business-hour window: 11:00-20:00. Time relationship: 2h destination behind.

Destination market: Portugal is in Southern Europe, with Lisbon as a main administrative center. Calls from Switzerland may reach family, companies, banks, hotels, clinics, or public offices across a market of about 11M. Primary language context: Portuguese. Local billing and everyday prices use Euro (€).

Route context: Switzerland is listed in Western Europe with a population of about 9.1M; Portugal is listed in Southern Europe with about 11M. The main listed languages differ: Switzerland (French, Swiss German, Italian +1 more) and Portugal (Portuguese). Currency context also changes across the route: Swiss franc (Fr.) in Switzerland and Euro (€) in Portugal.

From Switzerland, the conventional international prefix is 00; mobile callers can usually use +, then +351, then the Portugal local number.Bern to Lisbon has a 2h destination behind time relationship, so check the destination workday before placing business or support calls.Portugal language context: Portuguese. Keep this in mind when calling businesses, hotels, banks, or local services.For Portugal, check whether you are calling a landline or mobile number because those prices can differ; current context: check live price before dialing.

City & Area Codes for Portugal

51 Locations

City / Region	Area Code	Full Dialing Pattern
Abrantes	351-241	+351-241 [local number]
Angra do Heroísmo	351-295	+351-295 [local number]
Arganil	351-235	+351-235 [local number]
Aveiro	351-234	+351-234 [local number]
Beja	351-284	+351-284 [local number]
Braga	351-253	+351-253 [local number]
Bragança	351-273	+351-273 [local number]
Caldas da Raínha	351-262	+351-262 [local number]
Castelo Branco	351-272	+351-272 [local number]
Castro Verde	351-286	+351-286 [local number]
Chaves	351-276	+351-276 [local number]
Coimbra	351-239	+351-239 [local number]
Covilhã	351-275	+351-275 [local number]
Estremoz	351-268	+351-268 [local number]
Évora	351-266	+351-266 [local number]
Faro	351-289	+351-289 [local number]
Figueira da Foz	351-233	+351-233 [local number]
Funchal	351-291	+351-291 [local number]
Guarda	351-271	+351-271 [local number]
Horta	351-292	+351-292 [local number]
Idanha-a-Nova	351-277	+351-277 [local number]
Leiria	351-244	+351-244 [local number]
Lisboa	351-21	+351-21 [local number]
Mealhada	351-231	+351-231 [local number]
Mirandela	351-278	+351-278 [local number]
Moncorvo	351-279	+351-279 [local number]
Moura	351-285	+351-285 [local number]
Odemira	351-283	+351-283 [local number]
Penafiel	351-255	+351-255 [local number]
Peso da Régua	351-254	+351-254 [local number]
Pombal	351-236	+351-236 [local number]
Ponta Delgada	351-296	+351-296 [local number]
Ponte de Sôr	351-242	+351-242 [local number]
Portalegre	351-245	+351-245 [local number]
Portimão	351-282	+351-282 [local number]
Porto	351-22	+351-22 [local number]
Proença-a-Nova	351-274	+351-274 [local number]
S. João da Madeira	351-256	+351-256 [local number]
Santarém	351-243	+351-243 [local number]
Santiago do Cacém	351-269	+351-269 [local number]
Seia	351-238	+351-238 [local number]
Setúbal	351-265	+351-265 [local number]
Tavira	351-281	+351-281 [local number]
Torres Novas	351-249	+351-249 [local number]
Torres Vedras	351-261	+351-261 [local number]
V. Franca de Xira	351-263	+351-263 [local number]
V. N. de Famalicão	351-252	+351-252 [local number]
Valença	351-251	+351-251 [local number]
Viana do Castelo	351-258	+351-258 [local number]
Vila Real	351-259	+351-259 [local number]
Viseu	351-232	+351-232 [local number]

Area codes are typically followed by the subscriber number.