How to Call Colombia from United States
Calling Colombia from United States: 011 57 [local number].
Colombia Country Code: +57
Quick answer
To call Colombia from United States, dial 011, then 57, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 011 57 321 1234567. Calls cost from ~$0.15 per minute with CallTuv.
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Dialing format
011 57 321 1234567
Exit code • Country code • Local number
Exit code
011
United States's international dialing prefix
Country code
+57
Colombia's international calling code
Local number
321 1234567
Enter the local number without the country code
Browser format
+57 321 1234567
Use this format inside CallTuv
Whether you’re calling family, friends, or business contacts, knowing how to call Colombia 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 Colombia - whether you’re calling Bogotá or anywhere else.
Step-by-Step Dialing Guide
Follow these simple steps to make a call to Colombia 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 Colombia's country code
Dial the country code +57 for Colombia.
Enter the local phone number
Dial the local phone number in Colombia (typically 8-10 digits, without any leading zeros).
Complete dialing format
Full format: 011 57 [local number] - For example: 011 57 612 345 678
HOW TO CALL
International Dialing Format
CallTuv Format
No apps needed • Works in browser
See rates for Colombia →Calling Colombia from United States: Calling Code, Local Time & More
Calling Code
+57
Cost to Call Colombia
~$0.15/min landline, ~$0.08/min mobile
Capital of Colombia
Bogotá
Region
Americas (South America)
Currency of Colombia
Colombian peso ($)
Colombia Time Zones
UTC-05:00
Current time
Your time
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Colombia
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Colombia is --
Exit Code in United States
011 (dial 011 (or + from mobile))
Route Dialing Pattern
011 57 321 1234567
Best Calling Window (Origin Time)
02:00-11:00
City & Area Codes for Colombia
| City / Region | Area Code |
|---|---|
| Armenia | 57-6 |
| Barranquilla | 57-5 |
| Bogota | 57-1 |
| Bucaramanga | 57-7 |
| Cali | 57-2 |
| Cartagena | 57-5 |
| Cucuta | 57-7 |
| Ibague | 57-8 |
| Manizales | 57-6 |
| Medellin | 57-4 |
| Mobile Phones - Comcel | 57-310 |
| Mobile Phones - Comcel | 57-311 |
| Mobile Phones - Comcel | 57-312 |
| Mobile Phones - Movistar | 57-315 |
| Mobile Phones - Movistar | 57-316 |
| Mobile Phones - Ola | 57-300 |
| Mobile Phones - Ola | 57-301 |
| Neiva | 57-8 |
| Palmira | 57-2 |
| Pereira | 57-6 |
Show all 22 Colombia area codes
| Santa Marta | 57-5 |
| Villavicencio | 57-8 |
International Calling to Colombia: FAQs
How do I call Colombia from United States?
To call Colombia from United States, dial the exit code 011, followed by the country code +57, then the phone number. For example, to call the number 321 1234567, you would dial: 011 57 321 1234567.
What is the country calling code for Colombia when calling from United States?
The country calling code for Colombia is +57. To call Colombia from United States, dial +57 followed by the local phone number.
How do I make cheap calls to Colombia when calling from United States?
To make affordable calls to Colombia from United States, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +57 followed by the local number. No app download required, and calls start at ~$0.15 per minute.
How much does it cost to call Colombia when calling from United States?
Calls to Colombia cost ~$0.15 per minute to landlines and ~$0.08 per minute to mobiles with CallTuv, billed per minute with no subscription.View rates for Colombia →
Can I use + instead of the exit code when calling Colombia?
Yes. On mobile phones and in CallTuv, you can usually use +57 instead of dialing 011 57. The plus sign replaces the international exit code.
Should I remove leading zeros from Colombia phone numbers?
In most international dialing formats, remove the trunk prefix or leading zero before the local Colombia number, then dial +57. If the dialer shows a formatting warning, follow the corrected format before calling.
What is the best time to call Colombia from United States?
The capital-to-capital time gap is 7h destination ahead. A practical window in United States is 02:00-11:00 local time, which maps to standard business hours in Colombia.
