How to Call Portugal from United States
Calling Portugal from United States: 011 351 [local number].
Portugal Country Code: +351
Quick answer
To call Portugal from United States, dial 011, then 351, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 011 351 912 345 678. Calls cost from ~$0.04 per minute with CallTuv.
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Dialing format
011 351 912 345 678
Exit code • Country code • Local number
Exit code
011
United States's international dialing prefix
Country code
+351
Portugal's international calling code
Local number
912 345 678
Enter the local number without the country code
Browser format
+351 912 345 678
Use this format inside CallTuv
Whether you’re calling family, friends, or business contacts, knowing how to call Portugal 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 Portugal - whether you’re calling Lisbon or anywhere else.
Step-by-Step Dialing Guide
Follow these simple steps to make a call to Portugal 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 Portugal's country code
Dial the country code +351 for Portugal.
Enter the local phone number
Dial the local phone number in Portugal (typically 8-10 digits, without any leading zeros).
Complete dialing format
Full format: 011 351 [local number] - For example: 011 351 612 345 678
HOW TO CALL
International Dialing Format
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Calling Code
+351
Cost to Call Portugal
~$0.04/min landline, ~$0.10/min mobile
Capital of Portugal
Lisbon
Region
Europe (Southern Europe)
Currency of Portugal
Euro (€)
Portugal Time Zones
UTC-01:00, UTC
Current time
Your time
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Portugal
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Portugal is --
Exit Code in United States
011 (dial 011 (or + from mobile))
Route Dialing Pattern
011 351 912 345 678
Best Calling Window (Origin Time)
22:00-23:59 and 00:00-07:00
City & Area Codes for Portugal
| City / Region | Area Code |
|---|---|
| Abrantes | 351-241 |
| Angra do Heroísmo | 351-295 |
| Arganil | 351-235 |
| Aveiro | 351-234 |
| Beja | 351-284 |
| Braga | 351-253 |
| Bragança | 351-273 |
| Caldas da Raínha | 351-262 |
| Castelo Branco | 351-272 |
| Castro Verde | 351-286 |
| Chaves | 351-276 |
| Coimbra | 351-239 |
| Covilhã | 351-275 |
| Estremoz | 351-268 |
| Évora | 351-266 |
| Faro | 351-289 |
| Figueira da Foz | 351-233 |
| Funchal | 351-291 |
| Guarda | 351-271 |
| Horta | 351-292 |
Show all 51 Portugal area codes
| Idanha-a-Nova | 351-277 |
| Leiria | 351-244 |
| Lisboa | 351-21 |
| Mealhada | 351-231 |
| Mirandela | 351-278 |
| Moncorvo | 351-279 |
| Moura | 351-285 |
| Odemira | 351-283 |
| Penafiel | 351-255 |
| Peso da Régua | 351-254 |
| Pombal | 351-236 |
| Ponta Delgada | 351-296 |
| Ponte de Sôr | 351-242 |
| Portalegre | 351-245 |
| Portimão | 351-282 |
| Porto | 351-22 |
| Proença-a-Nova | 351-274 |
| S. João da Madeira | 351-256 |
| Santarém | 351-243 |
| Santiago do Cacém | 351-269 |
| Seia | 351-238 |
| Setúbal | 351-265 |
| Tavira | 351-281 |
| Torres Novas | 351-249 |
| Torres Vedras | 351-261 |
| V. Franca de Xira | 351-263 |
| V. N. de Famalicão | 351-252 |
| Valença | 351-251 |
| Viana do Castelo | 351-258 |
| Vila Real | 351-259 |
| Viseu | 351-232 |
International Calling to Portugal: FAQs
How do I call Portugal from United States?
To call Portugal from United States, dial the exit code 011, followed by the country code +351, then the phone number. For example, to call the number 912 345 678, you would dial: 011 351 912 345 678.
What is the country calling code for Portugal when calling from United States?
The country calling code for Portugal is +351. To call Portugal from United States, dial +351 followed by the local phone number.
How do I make cheap calls to Portugal when calling from United States?
To make affordable calls to Portugal from United States, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +351 followed by the local number. No app download required, and calls start at ~$0.04 per minute.
How much does it cost to call Portugal when calling from United States?
Calls to Portugal cost ~$0.04 per minute to landlines and ~$0.10 per minute to mobiles with CallTuv, billed per minute with no subscription.View rates for Portugal →
Can I use + instead of the exit code when calling Portugal?
Yes. On mobile phones and in CallTuv, you can usually use +351 instead of dialing 011 351. The plus sign replaces the international exit code.
Should I remove leading zeros from Portugal phone numbers?
In most international dialing formats, remove the trunk prefix or leading zero before the local Portugal number, then dial +351. If the dialer shows a formatting warning, follow the corrected format before calling.
What is the best time to call Portugal from United States?
The capital-to-capital time gap is 11h destination ahead. A practical window in United States is 22:00-23:59 and 00:00-07:00 local time, which maps to standard business hours in Portugal.
