How to Call Germany from United States
Calling Germany from United States: 011 49 [local number].
Germany Country Code: +49
Quick answer
To call Germany from United States, dial 011, then 49, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 011 49 1512 3456789. Calls cost from ~$0.06 per minute with CallTuv.
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Dialing format
011 49 1512 3456789
Exit code • Country code • Local number
Exit code
011
United States's international dialing prefix
Country code
+49
Germany's international calling code
Local number
1512 3456789
Enter the local number without the country code
Browser format
+49 1512 3456789
Use this format inside CallTuv
Whether you’re calling family, friends, or business contacts, knowing how to call Germany 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 Germany - whether you’re calling Berlin or anywhere else.
Step-by-Step Dialing Guide
Follow these simple steps to make a call to Germany 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 Germany's country code
Dial the country code +49 for Germany.
Enter the local phone number
Dial the local phone number in Germany (typically 8-10 digits, without any leading zeros).
Complete dialing format
Full format: 011 49 [local number] - For example: 011 49 612 345 678
HOW TO CALL
International Dialing Format
CallTuv Format
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See rates for Germany →Calling Germany from United States: Calling Code, Local Time & More
Calling Code
+49
Cost to Call Germany
~$0.06/min landline, ~$0.09/min mobile
Capital of Germany
Berlin
Region
Europe (Western Europe)
Currency of Germany
Euro (€)
Germany Time Zones
UTC+01:00
Current time
Your time
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Germany
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Germany is --
Exit Code in United States
011 (dial 011 (or + from mobile))
Route Dialing Pattern
011 49 1512 3456789
Best Calling Window (Origin Time)
20:00-23:59 and 00:00-05:00
City & Area Codes for Germany
| City / Region | Area Code |
|---|---|
| Bad Homburg | 49-6172 |
| Berlin | 49-30 |
| Bonn | 49-228 |
| Bremen | 49-421 |
| Chemnitz | 49-371 |
| Cologne (Koln) | 49-221 |
| Cottbus | 49-355 |
| Darmstadt | 49-6151 |
| Dresden | 49-351 |
| Dusseldorf | 49-211 |
| Erfurt | 49-361 |
| Essen | 49-201 |
| Frankfurt am Main (west) | 49-69 |
| Frankfurt an der Oder (east) | 49-335 |
| Gera | 49-365 |
| Halle | 49-345 |
| Hamburg | 49-40 |
| Hanover | 49-511 |
| Heidelberg | 49-6221 |
| Karl-Stadt | 49-9353 |
Show all 37 Germany area codes
| Kiel | 49-431 |
| Koblenz | 49-261 |
| Leipzig | 49-341 |
| Magdeburg | 49-391 |
| Mannheim | 49-621 |
| Mobile Phones | 49-172 |
| Mobile Phones | 49-173 |
| Mobile Phones | 49-17 |
| Munich | 49-89 |
| Neubrandenburg | 49-395 |
| Nurnberg | 49-911 |
| Potsdam | 49-331 |
| Rostock | 49-381 |
| Saal | 49-38223 |
| Schwerin | 49-385 |
| Stuttgart | 49-711 |
| Wiesbaden | 49-611 |
International Calling to Germany: FAQs
How do I call Germany from United States?
To call Germany from United States, dial the exit code 011, followed by the country code +49, then the phone number. For example, to call the number 1512 3456789, you would dial: 011 49 1512 3456789.
What is the country calling code for Germany when calling from United States?
The country calling code for Germany is +49. To call Germany from United States, dial +49 followed by the local phone number.
How do I make cheap calls to Germany when calling from United States?
To make affordable calls to Germany from United States, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +49 followed by the local number. No app download required, and calls start at ~$0.06 per minute.
How much does it cost to call Germany when calling from United States?
Calls to Germany cost ~$0.06 per minute to landlines and ~$0.09 per minute to mobiles with CallTuv, billed per minute with no subscription.View rates for Germany →
Can I use + instead of the exit code when calling Germany?
Yes. On mobile phones and in CallTuv, you can usually use +49 instead of dialing 011 49. The plus sign replaces the international exit code.
Should I remove leading zeros from Germany phone numbers?
In most international dialing formats, remove the trunk prefix or leading zero before the local Germany number, then dial +49. If the dialer shows a formatting warning, follow the corrected format before calling.
What is the best time to call Germany from United States?
The capital-to-capital time gap is 13h destination ahead. A practical window in United States is 20:00-23:59 and 00:00-05:00 local time, which maps to standard business hours in Germany.

