How do I call Mexico from United States?

To call Mexico from United States, dial the exit code 011, followed by the country code +52, then the phone number. For example, to call the number 222 123 4567, you would dial: 011 52 222 123 4567.

What is the country calling code for Mexico when calling from United States?

The country calling code for Mexico is +52. To call Mexico from United States, dial +52 followed by the local phone number.

What timezone is Mexico in?

Mexico spans multiple timezones: UTC-08:00, UTC-07:00, UTC-06:00. The capital Mexico City is typically in one of the eastern timezones.

What currency is used in Mexico?

The official currency of Mexico is the Mexican peso ($). This is the primary currency used for all transactions in the country.

What is the capital city of Mexico?

The capital city of Mexico is Mexico City. It serves as the political and administrative center of the country.

How do I make cheap calls to Mexico when calling from United States?

To make affordable calls to Mexico from United States, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +52 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 Mexico when calling from United States?

CallTuv offers competitive rates for calls to Mexico from United States. 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 Mexico from United States?

The capital-to-capital time gap is 4h destination ahead. A practical window in United States is 05:00-14:00 local time, which maps to standard business hours in Mexico.

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How to Call Mexico from United States

Calling Mexico from United States: 011 52 [local number].

Mexico Country Code: +52

ISO: MX

MEX

Quick answer

To call Mexico from United States, dial 011, then 52, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 011 52 222 123 4567.

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Dialing format

011 52 222 123 4567

Exit code • Country code • Local number

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

Step-by-Step Dialing Guide

Follow these simple steps to make a call to Mexico from United States

International Guide

Dial the exit code for United States

Start by dialing 011 (or use + on mobile). This is the international dialing prefix for United States.

Add Mexico's country code

Dial the country code +52 for Mexico.

Enter the local phone number

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

Complete dialing format

Full format: 011 52 [local number] - For example: 011 52 612 345 678

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International Dialing Format

01152222 123 4567

Exit Code•Country Code•Phone Number

CallTuv Format

+52222 123 4567

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Calling Mexico from United States: Calling Code, Local Time & More

Calling Code

+52

Capital of Mexico

Mexico City

Region

Americas (North America)

Currency of Mexico

Mexican peso ($)

Mexico Time Zones

UTC-08:00, UTC-07:00, UTC-06:00

Current time

Your time

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Mexico at a Glance

Mexico, located in North America, is a nation with a rich identity. Its capital city, Mexico City, serves as the administrative center for a population of approximately 131M.

The official currency is the Mexican peso ($). When calling Mexico, the country code is +52. The country observes the UTC-08:00, UTC-07:00, UTC-06:00 time zone(s), and the primary language(s) spoken include Spanish.

Destination Calling Profile: Mexico

Population

131M

Population Rank

#9 of 230

Language Footprint

Spanish

Time Zone Footprint

UTC-08:00, UTC-07:00 +1 more

City/Area Code Coverage

48 locations listed

Dial Code Status

Exclusive code in dataset

Mexico currently has a 10-digit local number pattern in this guide, with country code +52.

Route Profile: United States to Mexico

Exit Code in United States

011 (dial 011 (or + from mobile))

United States Country Code

Route Dialing Pattern

011 52 222 123 4567

Capital Time Difference

4h destination ahead

Best Calling Window (Origin Time)

05:00-14:00

Currency Pair

United States dollar ($) -> Mexican peso ($)

Primary languages: United States (English) and Mexico (Spanish).

Shared language overlap: No direct overlap in primary language list. Primary timezones: United States (UTC-12:00, UTC-11:00, UTC-10:00, UTC-09:00, UTC-08:00, UTC-07:00, UTC-06:00, UTC-05:00, UTC-04:00, UTC+10:00, UTC+12:00) and Mexico (UTC-08:00, UTC-07:00, UTC-06:00).

Detailed route planning

Route planning details: United States to Mexico

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

From

United States

Mexico

United States exit code: 011Mexico calling code: +52Time difference: 4h destination ahead

For dialing this route, callers in United States usually start with 011 or the plus sign, then dial +52 before the local Mexico number.

United States's primary timezone in this dataset is UTC-12:00, while Mexico's is UTC-08:00. A practical origin-time calling window is 05:00-14:00.

Dialing from United States

United States callers are represented by US/USA, with Washington, D.C. as a capital reference point, North America, 340M people, United States dollar ($), and primary language context of English.

Origin exit prefix: 011 or + from mobile. Origin country code: +1. Origin time zones: UTC-12:00, UTC-11:00, UTC-10:00, UTC-09:00 +7 more.

Mexico dialing details

Mexico is represented here by MX/MEX, Mexico City, North America, about 131M people, Mexican peso ($), and primary language context of Spanish.

Destination calling code: +52. Destination time zones: UTC-08:00, UTC-07:00, UTC-06:00. Rate check: check live price before dialing.

United States to Mexico call planning

This route combines United States's outbound dialing rules with Mexico's destination numbering and local schedule. The primary timezone relationship is 4h destination ahead, and the recommended origin-time window is 05:00-14:00.

Dialing sequence: 011 52 local number. Business-hour window: 05:00-14:00. Time relationship: 4h destination ahead.

Destination market: Mexico is in North America, with Mexico City as a main administrative center. Calls from United States may reach family, companies, banks, hotels, clinics, or public offices across a market of about 131M. Primary language context: Spanish. Local billing and everyday prices use Mexican peso ($).

Route context: United States is listed in North America with a population of about 340M; Mexico is listed in North America with about 131M. The main listed languages differ: United States (English) and Mexico (Spanish). Currency context also changes across the route: United States dollar ($) in United States and Mexican peso ($) in Mexico.

From United States, the conventional international prefix is 011; mobile callers can usually use +, then +52, then the Mexico local number.Washington, D.C. to Mexico City has a 4h destination ahead time relationship, so check the destination workday before placing business or support calls.Mexico language context: Spanish. Keep this in mind when calling businesses, hotels, banks, or local services.For Mexico, check whether you are calling a landline or mobile number because those prices can differ; current context: check live price before dialing.

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City & Area Codes for Mexico

48 Locations

City / Region	Area Code	Full Dialing Pattern
Acapulco	52-744	+52-744 [local number]
Aguascalientes	52-449	+52-449 [local number]
Apizaco	52-241	+52-241 [local number]
Cabo San Lucas	52-624	+52-624 [local number]
Cancun	52-998	+52-998 [local number]
Celaya	52-461	+52-461 [local number]
Chihuahua	52-614	+52-614 [local number]
Chuuk	52-330	+52-330 [local number]
Ciudad del Carmen	52-938	+52-938 [local number]
Ciudad Juarez	52-656	+52-656 [local number]
Cuernavaca	52-777	+52-777 [local number]
Culiacan	52-667	+52-667 [local number]
Durango	52-618	+52-618 [local number]
Ensenada	52-646	+52-646 [local number]
Guadalajara	52-33	+52-33 [local number]
Hermosillo	52-662	+52-662 [local number]
Irapuato	52-462	+52-462 [local number]
Ixtapa	52-961	+52-961 [local number]
Jalapa	52-932	+52-932 [local number]
Juchita	52-971	+52-971 [local number]
Kosrae	52-370	+52-370 [local number]
Leon	52-477	+52-477 [local number]
Los Mochis	52-668	+52-668 [local number]
Matamoros	52-871	+52-871 [local number]
Mazatlan	52-669	+52-669 [local number]
Merida	52-999	+52-999 [local number]
Mexicali	52-686	+52-686 [local number]
Mexico City	52-55	+52-55 [local number]
Mobile Phones	52-1	+52-1 [local number]
Monterrey	52-81	+52-81 [local number]
Morelia	52-443	+52-443 [local number]
Nogales	52-631	+52-631 [local number]
Nuevo Laredo	52-867	+52-867 [local number]
Oaxaca de Juarez	52-951	+52-951 [local number]
Playa del Carmen	52-984	+52-984 [local number]
Pohnpei	52-320	+52-320 [local number]
Progreso	52-861	+52-861 [local number]
Puebla	52-222	+52-222 [local number]
Puerto Vallarta	52-322	+52-322 [local number]
Reynosa	52-899	+52-899 [local number]
Saltillo	52-844	+52-844 [local number]
San Luis Potosi	52-444	+52-444 [local number]
Tampico	52-833	+52-833 [local number]
Tijuana	52-664	+52-664 [local number]
Torreon	52-871	+52-871 [local number]
Veracruz	52-229	+52-229 [local number]
Villahermosa	52-993	+52-993 [local number]
Yap	52-350	+52-350 [local number]

Area codes are typically followed by the subscriber number.