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.

What timezone is Germany in?

Germany is in the UTC+01:00 timezone.

What currency is used in Germany?

The official currency of Germany is the Euro (€). This is the primary currency used for all transactions in the country.

What is the capital city of Germany?

The capital city of Germany is Berlin. It serves as the political and administrative center of the country.

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 our rates are significantly cheaper than traditional phone carriers.

How much does it cost to call Germany when calling from United States?

CallTuv offers competitive rates for calls to Germany 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 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.

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How to Call Germany from United States

Calling Germany from United States: 011 49 [local number].

Germany Country Code: +49

ISO: DE

DEU

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

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 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

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International Dialing Format

011491512 3456789

Exit Code•Country Code•Phone Number

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+491512 3456789

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

Calling Code

+49

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 at a Glance

Germany, located in Western Europe, is a nation with a rich identity. Its capital city, Berlin, serves as the administrative center for a population of approximately 83M.

The official currency is the Euro (€). When calling Germany, the country code is +49. The country observes the UTC+01:00 time zone(s), and the primary language(s) spoken include German.

Destination Calling Profile: Germany

Population

83M

Population Rank

#17 of 230

Language Footprint

German

Time Zone Footprint

UTC+01:00

City/Area Code Coverage

37 locations listed

Dial Code Status

Exclusive code in dataset

Germany currently has a 11-digit local number pattern in this guide, with country code +49.

Route Profile: United States to Germany

Exit Code in United States

011 (dial 011 (or + from mobile))

United States Country Code

Route Dialing Pattern

011 49 1512 3456789

Capital Time Difference

13h destination ahead

Best Calling Window (Origin Time)

20:00-23:59 and 00:00-05:00

Currency Pair

United States dollar ($) -> Euro (€)

Primary languages: United States (English) and Germany (German).

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 Germany (UTC+01:00).

City & Area Codes for Germany

37 Locations

City / Region	Area Code	Full Dialing Pattern
Bad Homburg	49-6172	+49-6172 [local number]
Berlin	49-30	+49-30 [local number]
Bonn	49-228	+49-228 [local number]
Bremen	49-421	+49-421 [local number]
Chemnitz	49-371	+49-371 [local number]
Cologne (Koln)	49-221	+49-221 [local number]
Cottbus	49-355	+49-355 [local number]
Darmstadt	49-6151	+49-6151 [local number]
Dresden	49-351	+49-351 [local number]
Dusseldorf	49-211	+49-211 [local number]
Erfurt	49-361	+49-361 [local number]
Essen	49-201	+49-201 [local number]
Frankfurt am Main (west)	49-69	+49-69 [local number]
Frankfurt an der Oder (east)	49-335	+49-335 [local number]
Gera	49-365	+49-365 [local number]
Halle	49-345	+49-345 [local number]
Hamburg	49-40	+49-40 [local number]
Hanover	49-511	+49-511 [local number]
Heidelberg	49-6221	+49-6221 [local number]
Karl-Stadt	49-9353	+49-9353 [local number]
Kiel	49-431	+49-431 [local number]
Koblenz	49-261	+49-261 [local number]
Leipzig	49-341	+49-341 [local number]
Magdeburg	49-391	+49-391 [local number]
Mannheim	49-621	+49-621 [local number]
Mobile Phones	49-172	+49-172 [local number]
Mobile Phones	49-173	+49-173 [local number]
Mobile Phones	49-17	+49-17 [local number]
Munich	49-89	+49-89 [local number]
Neubrandenburg	49-395	+49-395 [local number]
Nurnberg	49-911	+49-911 [local number]
Potsdam	49-331	+49-331 [local number]
Rostock	49-381	+49-381 [local number]
Saal	49-38223	+49-38223 [local number]
Schwerin	49-385	+49-385 [local number]
Stuttgart	49-711	+49-711 [local number]
Wiesbaden	49-611	+49-611 [local number]

Area codes are typically followed by the subscriber number.