How do I call Libya from Saudi Arabia?

To call Libya from Saudi Arabia, dial the exit code 00, followed by the country code +218, then the phone number. For example, to call the number 91 2345678, you would dial: 00 218 91 2345678.

What is the country calling code for Libya when calling from Saudi Arabia?

The country calling code for Libya is +218. To call Libya from Saudi Arabia, dial +218 followed by the local phone number.

What timezone is Libya in?

Libya is in the UTC+01:00 timezone.

What currency is used in Libya?

The official currency of Libya is the Libyan dinar (ل.د). This is the primary currency used for all transactions in the country.

What is the capital city of Libya?

The capital city of Libya is Tripoli. It serves as the political and administrative center of the country.

How do I make cheap calls to Libya when calling from Saudi Arabia?

To make affordable calls to Libya from Saudi Arabia, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +218 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 Libya when calling from Saudi Arabia?

CallTuv offers competitive rates for calls to Libya from Saudi Arabia. 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 Libya from Saudi Arabia?

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

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How to Call Libya from Saudi Arabia

Calling Libya from Saudi Arabia: 00 218 [local number].

Libya Country Code: +218

ISO: LY

LBY

Quick answer

To call Libya from Saudi Arabia, dial 00, then 218, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 00 218 91 2345678.

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Dialing format

00 218 91 2345678

Exit code • Country code • Local number

Whether you’re calling family, friends, or business contacts, knowing how to call Libya 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 Libya - whether you’re calling Tripoli or anywhere else.

Step-by-Step Dialing Guide

Follow these simple steps to make a call to Libya from Saudi Arabia

International Guide

Dial the exit code for Saudi Arabia

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

Add Libya's country code

Dial the country code +218 for Libya.

Enter the local phone number

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

Complete dialing format

Full format: 00 218 [local number] - For example: 00 218 612 345 678

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International Dialing Format

0021891 2345678

Exit Code•Country Code•Phone Number

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+21891 2345678

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Calling Libya from Saudi Arabia: Calling Code, Local Time & More

Calling Code

+218

Capital of Libya

Tripoli

Region

Africa (Northern Africa)

Currency of Libya

Libyan dinar (ل.د)

Libya Time Zones

UTC+01:00

Current time

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Libya at a Glance

Libya, located in Northern Africa, is a nation with a rich identity. Its capital city, Tripoli, serves as the administrative center for a population of approximately 7.5M.

The official currency is the Libyan dinar (ل.د). When calling Libya, the country code is +218. The country observes the UTC+01:00 time zone(s), and the primary language(s) spoken include Arabic.

Destination Calling Profile: Libya

Population

7.5M

Population Rank

#101 of 230

Language Footprint

Arabic

Time Zone Footprint

UTC+01:00

City/Area Code Coverage

99 locations listed

Dial Code Status

Exclusive code in dataset

Libya currently has a 9-digit local number pattern in this guide, with country code +218.

Route Profile: Saudi Arabia to Libya

Exit Code in Saudi Arabia

00 (dial 00 (or + from mobile))

Saudi Arabia Country Code

+966

Route Dialing Pattern

00 218 91 2345678

Capital Time Difference

2h destination behind

Best Calling Window (Origin Time)

11:00-20:00

Currency Pair

Saudi riyal (ر.س) -> Libyan dinar (ل.د)

Primary languages: Saudi Arabia (Arabic) and Libya (Arabic).

Shared language overlap: Arabic. Primary timezones: Saudi Arabia (UTC+03:00) and Libya (UTC+01:00).

Detailed route planning

Route planning details: Saudi Arabia to Libya

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

From

Saudi Arabia

Libya

Saudi Arabia exit code: 00Libya calling code: +218Time difference: 2h destination behind

For dialing this route, callers in Saudi Arabia usually start with 00 or the plus sign, then dial +218 before the local Libya number.

Saudi Arabia's primary timezone in this dataset is UTC+03:00, while Libya's is UTC+01:00. A practical origin-time calling window is 11:00-20:00.

Dialing from Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia callers are represented by SA/SAU, with Riyadh as a capital reference point, Western Asia, 35M people, Saudi riyal (ر.س), and primary language context of Arabic.

Origin exit prefix: 00 or + from mobile. Origin country code: +966. Origin time zones: UTC+03:00.

Libya dialing details

Libya is represented here by LY/LBY, Tripoli, Northern Africa, about 7.5M people, Libyan dinar (ل.د), and primary language context of Arabic.

Destination calling code: +218. Destination time zones: UTC+01:00. Rate check: check live price before dialing.

Saudi Arabia to Libya call planning

This route combines Saudi Arabia's outbound dialing rules with Libya'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: 00 218 local number. Business-hour window: 11:00-20:00. Time relationship: 2h destination behind.

Destination market: Libya is in Northern Africa, with Tripoli as a main administrative center. Calls from Saudi Arabia may reach family, companies, banks, hotels, clinics, or public offices across a market of about 7.5M. Primary language context: Arabic. Local billing and everyday prices use Libyan dinar (ل.د).

Route context: Saudi Arabia is listed in Western Asia with a population of about 35M; Libya is listed in Northern Africa with about 7.5M. The route has shared language overlap in Arabic. Currency context also changes across the route: Saudi riyal (ر.س) in Saudi Arabia and Libyan dinar (ل.د) in Libya.

From Saudi Arabia, the conventional international prefix is 00; mobile callers can usually use +, then +218, then the Libya local number.Riyadh to Tripoli has a 2h destination behind time relationship, so check the destination workday before placing business or support calls.Saudi Arabia and Libya share Arabic, which can make customer-support or family calls easier to coordinate.For Libya, 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 Libya

99 Locations

City / Region	Area Code	Full Dialing Pattern
Abengawad	218-553	+218-553 [local number]
Abu Issa	218-274	+218-274 [local number]
Abuhadi	218-551	+218-551 [local number]
Agelat	218-282	+218-282 [local number]
Ajailat	218-282	+218-282 [local number]
Al Josh	218-454	+218-454 [local number]
Azizia	218-272	+218-272 [local number]
Bani Walid	218-322	+218-322 [local number]
Ben Gashir	218-22	+218-22 [local number]
Benghazi	218-61	+218-61 [local number]
Benina	218-63	+218-63 [local number]
Bergen	218-732	+218-732 [local number]
Bisher	218-655	+218-655 [local number]
Brak	218-721	+218-721 [local number]
Bugrain	218-529	+218-529 [local number]
Buzayan	218-425	+218-425 [local number]
Dafnia	218-523	+218-523 [local number]
Deriana	218-625	+218-625 [local number]
Derna	218-81	+218-81 [local number]
Edry	218-723	+218-723 [local number]
El Beida	218-84	+218-84 [local number]
Elbayada	218-684	+218-684 [local number]
Elkuwaifia	218-624	+218-624 [local number]
Elmagrun	218-629	+218-629 [local number]
Elmareg	218-67	+218-67 [local number]
Elmaya	218-279	+218-279 [local number]
Ezzaonia	218-23	+218-23 [local number]
Garda	218-733	+218-733 [local number]
Garian	218-41	+218-41 [local number]
Ghadames	218-484	+218-484 [local number]
Ghat	218-724	+218-724 [local number]
Ghrefa	218-729	+218-729 [local number]
Gmines	218-623	+218-623 [local number]
Guassem	218-423	+218-423 [local number]
Gubba	218-821	+218-821 [local number]
Haraua	218-82	+218-82 [local number]
Hashan	218-271	+218-271 [local number]
Hugialin	218-284	+218-284 [local number]
Hun	218-57	+218-57 [local number]
Jaghbub	218-884	+218-884 [local number]
Jalo	218-657	+218-657 [local number]
Jardas	218-682	+218-682 [local number]
Jerdina	218-627	+218-627 [local number]
Jmail	218-281	+218-281 [local number]
Kaalifa	218-626	+218-626 [local number]
Kabaw	218-481	+218-481 [local number]
Kasarahmad	218-524	+218-524 [local number]
Khums	218-31	+218-31 [local number]
Kikla	218-427	+218-427 [local number]
Kofra	218-652	+218-652 [local number]
Kussabat	218-326	+218-326 [local number]
Mamura	218-277	+218-277 [local number]
Massa	218-852	+218-852 [local number]
Matred	218-275	+218-275 [local number]
Misratah	218-51	+218-51 [local number]
Misuratha	218-51	+218-51 [local number]
Mizda	218-422	+218-422 [local number]
Murzuk	218-725	+218-725 [local number]
Nalut	218-47	+218-47 [local number]
Noflia	218-555	+218-555 [local number]
Ojla	218-653	+218-653 [local number]
Reyana	218-453	+218-453 [local number]
Rujban	218-452	+218-452 [local number]
Sabratha	218-24	+218-24 [local number]
Sebha	218-71	+218-71 [local number]
Seluk	218-628	+218-628 [local number]
Shahat	218-851	+218-851 [local number]
Sidi Sultan Sultan	218-654	+218-654 [local number]
Sidiessaiah	218-205	+218-205 [local number]
Sirt	218-54	+218-54 [local number]
Slenta	218-854	+218-854 [local number]
Sokna	218-582	+218-582 [local number]
Soussa	218-583	+218-583 [local number]
Suk Elkhamis	218-206	+218-206 [local number]
Swajni	218-224	+218-224 [local number]
Taigura	218-26	+218-26 [local number]
Taknes	218-683	+218-683 [local number]
Tarhuna	218-325	+218-325 [local number]
Tawergha	218-522	+218-522 [local number]
Tigi	218-482	+218-482 [local number]
Tolmitha	218-681	+218-681 [local number]
Tomina	218-685	+218-685 [local number]
Traghen	218-734	+218-734 [local number]
Tripoli	218-21	+218-21 [local number]
Tripoli International Airport	218-22	+218-22 [local number]
Ubary	218-73	+218-73 [local number]
Um Laranib	218-726	+218-726 [local number]
Wadi Atba	218-731	+218-731 [local number]
Wadi Jeref	218-554	+218-554 [local number]
Wadi Keam	218-323	+218-323 [local number]
Wodan	218-581	+218-581 [local number]
Yefren	218-421	+218-421 [local number]
Zahra	218-252	+218-252 [local number]
Zawai	218-23	+218-23 [local number]
Zawaya	218-727	+218-727 [local number]
Zawyat Elmahjub	218-526	+218-526 [local number]
Zella	218-584	+218-584 [local number]
Zliten	218-521	+218-521 [local number]
Zuara	218-25	+218-25 [local number]

Area codes are typically followed by the subscriber number.