How do I call Lebanon from South Africa?

To call Lebanon from South Africa, dial the exit code 00, followed by the country code +961, then the phone number. For example, to call the number 71 123 456, you would dial: 00 961 71 123 456.

What is the country calling code for Lebanon when calling from South Africa?

The country calling code for Lebanon is +961. To call Lebanon from South Africa, dial +961 followed by the local phone number.

What timezone is Lebanon in?

Lebanon is in the UTC+02:00 timezone.

What currency is used in Lebanon?

The official currency of Lebanon is the Lebanese pound (ل.ل). This is the primary currency used for all transactions in the country.

What is the capital city of Lebanon?

The capital city of Lebanon is Beirut. It serves as the political and administrative center of the country.

How do I make cheap calls to Lebanon when calling from South Africa?

To make affordable calls to Lebanon from South Africa, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +961 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 Lebanon when calling from South Africa?

CallTuv offers competitive rates for calls to Lebanon from South Africa. 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 Lebanon from South Africa?

The capital-to-capital time gap is 0h (same time). A practical window in South Africa is 09:00-18:00 local time, which maps to standard business hours in Lebanon.

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How to Call Lebanon from South Africa

Calling Lebanon from South Africa: 00 961 [local number].

Lebanon Country Code: +961

ISO: LB

LBN

Quick answer

To call Lebanon from South Africa, dial 00, then 961, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 00 961 71 123 456.

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Dialing format

00 961 71 123 456

Exit code • Country code • Local number

Whether you’re calling family, friends, or business contacts, knowing how to call Lebanon 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 Lebanon - whether you’re calling Beirut or anywhere else.

Step-by-Step Dialing Guide

Follow these simple steps to make a call to Lebanon from South Africa

International Guide

Dial the exit code for South Africa

Start by dialing 00 (or use + on mobile). This is the international dialing prefix for South Africa.

Add Lebanon's country code

Dial the country code +961 for Lebanon.

Enter the local phone number

Dial the local phone number in Lebanon (typically 8-10 digits, without any leading zeros).

Complete dialing format

Full format: 00 961 [local number] - For example: 00 961 612 345 678

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International Dialing Format

0096171 123 456

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Calling Lebanon from South Africa: Calling Code, Local Time & More

Calling Code

+961

Capital of Lebanon

Beirut

Region

Asia (Western Asia)

Currency of Lebanon

Lebanese pound (ل.ل)

Lebanon Time Zones

UTC+02:00

Current time

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Lebanon at a Glance

Lebanon, located in Western Asia, is a nation with a rich identity. Its capital city, Beirut, serves as the administrative center for a population of approximately 5.5M.

The official currency is the Lebanese pound (ل.ل). When calling Lebanon, the country code is +961. The country observes the UTC+02:00 time zone(s), and the primary language(s) spoken include Arabic, French.

Destination Calling Profile: Lebanon

Population

5.5M

Population Rank

#115 of 230

Language Footprint

Arabic, French

Time Zone Footprint

UTC+02:00

City/Area Code Coverage

10 locations listed

Dial Code Status

Exclusive code in dataset

Lebanon currently has a 8-digit local number pattern in this guide, with country code +961.

Route Profile: South Africa to Lebanon

Exit Code in South Africa

00 (dial 00 (or + from mobile))

South Africa Country Code

+27

Route Dialing Pattern

00 961 71 123 456

Capital Time Difference

0h (same time)

Best Calling Window (Origin Time)

09:00-18:00

Currency Pair

South African rand (R) -> Lebanese pound (ل.ل)

Primary languages: South Africa (Afrikaans, English, Southern Ndebele, Northern Sotho, Southern Sotho, Swazi, Tswana, Tsonga, Venda, Xhosa, Zulu) and Lebanon (Arabic, French).

Shared language overlap: No direct overlap in primary language list. Primary timezones: South Africa (UTC+02:00) and Lebanon (UTC+02:00).

Detailed route planning

Route planning details: South Africa to Lebanon

Use this route profile to plan a real call from South Africa to Lebanon, including the exit code, destination country code, time difference, and local context.

From

South Africa

Lebanon

South Africa exit code: 00Lebanon calling code: +961Time difference: 0h, same primary timezone

For dialing this route, callers in South Africa usually start with 00 or the plus sign, then dial +961 before the local Lebanon number.

South Africa's primary timezone in this dataset is UTC+02:00, while Lebanon's is UTC+02:00. A practical origin-time calling window is 09:00-18:00.

Dialing from South Africa

South Africa callers are represented by ZA/ZAF, with Pretoria as a capital reference point, Southern Africa, 63M people, South African rand (R), and primary language context of Afrikaans, English, Southern Ndebele, Northern Sotho, Southern Sotho +6 more.

Origin exit prefix: 00 or + from mobile. Origin country code: +27. Origin time zones: UTC+02:00.

Lebanon dialing details

Lebanon is represented here by LB/LBN, Beirut, Western Asia, about 5.5M people, Lebanese pound (ل.ل), and primary language context of Arabic, French.

Destination calling code: +961. Destination time zones: UTC+02:00. Rate check: check live price before dialing.

South Africa to Lebanon call planning

This route combines South Africa's outbound dialing rules with Lebanon's destination numbering and local schedule. The primary timezone relationship is 0h, same primary timezone, and the recommended origin-time window is 09:00-18:00.

Dialing sequence: 00 961 local number. Business-hour window: 09:00-18:00. Time relationship: 0h, same primary timezone.

Destination market: Lebanon is in Western Asia, with Beirut as a main administrative center. Calls from South Africa may reach family, companies, banks, hotels, clinics, or public offices across a market of about 5.5M. Primary language context: Arabic, French. Local billing and everyday prices use Lebanese pound (ل.ل).

Route context: South Africa is listed in Southern Africa with a population of about 63M; Lebanon is listed in Western Asia with about 5.5M. The main listed languages differ: South Africa (Afrikaans, English, Southern Ndebele +8 more) and Lebanon (Arabic, French). Currency context also changes across the route: South African rand (R) in South Africa and Lebanese pound (ل.ل) in Lebanon.

From South Africa, the conventional international prefix is 00; mobile callers can usually use +, then +961, then the Lebanon local number.Pretoria to Beirut has a 0h, same primary timezone time relationship, so check the destination workday before placing business or support calls.Lebanon language context: Arabic, French. Keep this in mind when calling businesses, hotels, banks, or local services.For Lebanon, check whether you are calling a landline or mobile number because those prices can differ; current context: check live price before dialing.

City & Area Codes for Lebanon

10 Locations

City / Region	Area Code	Full Dialing Pattern
Antelias	961-4	+961-4 [local number]
Baabda	961-5	+961-5 [local number]
Beirut	961-1	+961-1 [local number]
Jezine	961-7	+961-7 [local number]
Jounieh	961-9	+961-9 [local number]
Mobile Phones - Cellis	961-3, 70	+961-3, 70 [local number]
Mobile Phones - LibanCell	961-3, 70	+961-3, 70 [local number]
Saida	961-7	+961-7 [local number]
Tripoli	961-6	+961-6 [local number]
Zahle	961-8	+961-8 [local number]