How to Call Afghanistan from United States
Calling Afghanistan from United States: 011 93 [local number].
Afghanistan Country Code: +93
Quick answer
To call Afghanistan from United States, dial 011, then 93, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 011 93 70 123 4567. Calls cost from ~$0.74 per minute with CallTuv.
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Dialing format
011 93 70 123 4567
Exit code • Country code • Local number
Exit code
011
United States's international dialing prefix
Country code
+93
Afghanistan's international calling code
Local number
70 123 4567
Enter the local number without the country code
Browser format
+93 70 123 4567
Use this format inside CallTuv
Whether you’re calling family, friends, or business contacts, knowing how to call Afghanistan 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 Afghanistan - whether you’re calling Kabul or anywhere else.
Step-by-Step Dialing Guide
Follow these simple steps to make a call to Afghanistan from United States
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 Afghanistan's country code
Dial the country code +93 for Afghanistan.
Enter the local phone number
Dial the local phone number in Afghanistan (typically 8-10 digits, without any leading zeros).
Complete dialing format
Full format: 011 93 [local number] - For example: 011 93 612 345 678
HOW TO CALL
International Dialing Format
CallTuv Format
No apps needed • Works in browser
See rates for Afghanistan →Calling Afghanistan from United States: Calling Code, Local Time & More
Calling Code
+93
Cost to Call Afghanistan
~$0.74/min landline, ~$0.86/min mobile
Capital of Afghanistan
Kabul
Region
Asia (Southern Asia)
Currency of Afghanistan
Afghan afghani (؋)
Afghanistan Time Zones
UTC+04:30
Current time
Your time
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Afghanistan
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Afghanistan is --
Exit Code in United States
011 (dial 011 (or + from mobile))
Route Dialing Pattern
011 93 70 123 4567
Best Calling Window (Origin Time)
16:30-23:59 and 00:00-01:30
City & Area Codes for Afghanistan
| City / Region | Area Code |
|---|---|
| Herat | 93-40 |
| Jalalabad | 93-60 |
| Kabul | 93-20 |
| Kandahar | 93-30 |
| Mazar-E-Sherif | 93-50 |
| Mobile Phones | 93-70 |
International Calling to Afghanistan: FAQs
How do I call Afghanistan from United States?
To call Afghanistan from United States, dial the exit code 011, followed by the country code +93, then the phone number. For example, to call the number 70 123 4567, you would dial: 011 93 70 123 4567.
What is the country calling code for Afghanistan when calling from United States?
The country calling code for Afghanistan is +93. To call Afghanistan from United States, dial +93 followed by the local phone number.
How do I make cheap calls to Afghanistan when calling from United States?
To make affordable calls to Afghanistan from United States, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +93 followed by the local number. No app download required, and calls start at ~$0.74 per minute.
How much does it cost to call Afghanistan when calling from United States?
Calls to Afghanistan cost ~$0.74 per minute to landlines and ~$0.86 per minute to mobiles with CallTuv, billed per minute with no subscription.View rates for Afghanistan →
Can I use + instead of the exit code when calling Afghanistan?
Yes. On mobile phones and in CallTuv, you can usually use +93 instead of dialing 011 93. The plus sign replaces the international exit code.
Should I remove leading zeros from Afghanistan phone numbers?
In most international dialing formats, remove the trunk prefix or leading zero before the local Afghanistan number, then dial +93. If the dialer shows a formatting warning, follow the corrected format before calling.
What is the best time to call Afghanistan from United States?
The capital-to-capital time gap is 16h 30m destination ahead. A practical window in United States is 16:30-23:59 and 00:00-01:30 local time, which maps to standard business hours in Afghanistan.
