How to Call Laos from China
Calling Laos from China: 00 856 [local number].
Laos Country Code: +856
Quick answer
To call Laos from China, dial 00, then 856, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 00 856 20 23 123 456.
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Dialing format
00 856 20 23 123 456
Exit code • Country code • Local number
Exit code
00
China's international dialing prefix
Country code
+856
Laos's international calling code
Local number
20 23 123 456
Enter the local number without the country code
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+856 20 23 123 456
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Whether you’re calling family, friends, or business contacts, knowing how to call Laos 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 Laos - whether you’re calling Vientiane or anywhere else.
Step-by-Step Dialing Guide
Follow these simple steps to make a call to Laos from China
Dial the exit code for China
Start by dialing 00 (or use + on mobile). This is the international dialing prefix for China.
Add Laos's country code
Dial the country code +856 for Laos.
Enter the local phone number
Dial the local phone number in Laos (typically 8-10 digits, without any leading zeros).
Complete dialing format
Full format: 00 856 [local number] - For example: 00 856 612 345 678
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Calling Laos from China: Calling Code, Local Time & More
Calling Code
+856
Capital of Laos
Vientiane
Region
Asia (South-Eastern Asia)
Currency of Laos
Lao kip (₭)
Laos Time Zones
UTC+07:00
Current time
Your time
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Laos
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Laos is --
Exit Code in China
00 (dial 00 (or + from mobile))
Route Dialing Pattern
00 856 20 23 123 456
Best Calling Window (Origin Time)
N/A
City & Area Codes for Laos
| City / Region | Area Code |
|---|---|
| Loungprabang | 856-71 |
| Mobile Phones | 856-20 |
| Pakse | 856-31 |
| Pakxan | 856-54 |
| Svannakhet | 856-41 |
| Thakhek | 856-51 |
| Vientiane (Capital) | 856-21 |
