How to Call Bhutan from United States
Calling Bhutan from United States: 011 975 [local number].
Bhutan Country Code: +975
Quick answer
To call Bhutan from United States, dial 011, then 975, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 011 975 17 12 34 56. Calls cost from ~$0.38 per minute with CallTuv.
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Dialing format
011 975 17 12 34 56
Exit code • Country code • Local number
Exit code
011
United States's international dialing prefix
Country code
+975
Bhutan's international calling code
Local number
17 12 34 56
Enter the local number without the country code
Browser format
+975 17 12 34 56
Use this format inside CallTuv
Whether you’re calling family, friends, or business contacts, knowing how to call Bhutan 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 Bhutan - whether you’re calling Thimphu or anywhere else.
Step-by-Step Dialing Guide
Follow these simple steps to make a call to Bhutan 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 Bhutan's country code
Dial the country code +975 for Bhutan.
Enter the local phone number
Dial the local phone number in Bhutan (typically 8-10 digits, without any leading zeros).
Complete dialing format
Full format: 011 975 [local number] - For example: 011 975 612 345 678
HOW TO CALL
International Dialing Format
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Calling Code
+975
Cost to Call Bhutan
~$0.38/min
Capital of Bhutan
Thimphu
Region
Asia (Southern Asia)
Currency of Bhutan
Bhutanese ngultrum (Nu.)
Bhutan Time Zones
UTC+06:00
Current time
Your time
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Bhutan
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Bhutan is --
Exit Code in United States
011 (dial 011 (or + from mobile))
Route Dialing Pattern
011 975 17 12 34 56
Best Calling Window (Origin Time)
15:00-23:59 and 00:00-00:00
City & Area Codes for Bhutan
| City / Region | Area Code |
|---|---|
| Bangtar DAMA | 975-7 |
| Basochu | 975-2 |
| Chapcha | 975-8 |
| Chargary | 975-5 |
| Chumey | 975-3 |
| Dagana | 975-6 |
| Dagapela | 975-6 |
| Daifam DAMA | 975-7 |
| Damphu DAMA | 975-6 |
| Dechencholing | 975-2 |
| Deothang | 975-7 |
| Drujegang | 975-6 |
| Drukgyel Dzong | 975-8 |
| Gasa | 975-2 |
| Gedu/Tala/Padechu/ Sinchekha | 975-5 |
| Gelephu | 975-6 |
| Gelpoyshing | 975-4 |
| Gomtu | 975-5 |
| Ha | 975-8 |
| Ha (Damthang) | 975-8 |
Show all 63 Bhutan area codes
| Jakar | 975-3 |
| Kanglung | 975-4 |
| Khaling | 975-4 |
| Kharsadrapchu | 975-2 |
| Lhamoi Zingkha | 975-5 |
| Lhuntse | 975-4 |
| Lingshi DAMA | 975-2 |
| Lodrai | 975-6 |
| Mobile Phones | 975-17 |
| Mongar | 975-4 |
| Nganglam | 975-7 |
| Nganglam DAMA | 975-7 |
| P/Gatshel | 975-7 |
| P/Gatshel DAMA | 975-7 |
| Panbang DAMA | 975-6 |
| Paro | 975-8 |
| Pasakha | 975-5 |
| Phuntsholing | 975-5 |
| Punakha | 975-2 |
| Rangjung | 975-4 |
| S/Jongkhar | 975-7 |
| Sakteng DAMA | 975-4 |
| Samtse | 975-5 |
| Sarpang | 975-6 |
| Shaba | 975-8 |
| Sibsoo | 975-5 |
| Simtokha | 975-2 |
| Suray | 975-6 |
| Taba | 975-2 |
| Tangmachu | 975-4 |
| Thimphu | 975-2 |
| Tingtibi | 975-3 |
| Trashi Yangtse | 975-4 |
| Trashigang | 975-4 |
| Trongsa | 975-3 |
| Tsenkharla | 975-4 |
| Tsimasham | 975-8 |
| Tsirang (Damphu) | 975-6 |
| Wamrong | 975-4 |
| Wangdue | 975-2 |
| Wangkha | 975-8 |
| Zhemgang | 975-3 |
| Zhemgang DAMA | 975-3 |
International Calling to Bhutan: FAQs
How do I call Bhutan from United States?
To call Bhutan from United States, dial the exit code 011, followed by the country code +975, then the phone number. For example, to call the number 17 12 34 56, you would dial: 011 975 17 12 34 56.
What is the country calling code for Bhutan when calling from United States?
The country calling code for Bhutan is +975. To call Bhutan from United States, dial +975 followed by the local phone number.
How do I make cheap calls to Bhutan when calling from United States?
To make affordable calls to Bhutan from United States, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +975 followed by the local number. No app download required, and calls start at ~$0.38 per minute.
How much does it cost to call Bhutan when calling from United States?
Calls to Bhutan cost ~$0.38 per minute with CallTuv, billed per minute with no subscription.View rates for Bhutan →
Can I use + instead of the exit code when calling Bhutan?
Yes. On mobile phones and in CallTuv, you can usually use +975 instead of dialing 011 975. The plus sign replaces the international exit code.
Should I remove leading zeros from Bhutan phone numbers?
In most international dialing formats, remove the trunk prefix or leading zero before the local Bhutan number, then dial +975. If the dialer shows a formatting warning, follow the corrected format before calling.
What is the best time to call Bhutan from United States?
The capital-to-capital time gap is 18h destination ahead. A practical window in United States is 15:00-23:59 and 00:00-00:00 local time, which maps to standard business hours in Bhutan.
