How do I call Brazil from abroad?

To call Brazil, dial your country's exit code, followed by the country code +55, and then the local phone number.

What is the country calling code for Brazil?

The country calling code for Brazil is +55. To call Brazil from abroad, dial +55 followed by the local phone number.

What timezone is Brazil in?

Brazil spans multiple timezones: UTC-05:00, UTC-04:00, UTC-03:00, UTC-02:00. The capital Brasília is typically in one of the eastern timezones.

What currency is used in Brazil?

The official currency of Brazil is the Brazilian real (R$). This is the primary currency used for all transactions in the country.

What is the capital city of Brazil?

The capital city of Brazil is Brasília. It serves as the political and administrative center of the country.

How do I make cheap calls to Brazil?

To make affordable calls to Brazil from abroad, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +55 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 Brazil?

CallTuv offers competitive rates for calls to Brazil from abroad. Rates vary depending on whether you're calling a mobile or landline number. Check our rates page for the most up-to-date pricing.

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How to Call Brazil

Calling Brazil: [exit code] 55 [local number].

Brazil Country Code: +55

ISO: BR

BRA

Quick answer

To call Brazil, dial your international exit code, then 55, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 00 55 11 96123 4567.

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Dialing format

00 55 11 96123 4567

Exit code • Country code • Local number

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

Step-by-Step Dialing Guide

Follow these simple steps to make a call to Brazil from anywhere in the world

International Guide

Dial your country's exit code

Start with your country's international dialing prefix (often 00 or 011, or use + on mobile).

Add Brazil's country code

Dial the country code +55 for Brazil.

Enter the local phone number

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

Complete dialing format

Full format: [exit code] 55 [local number] - For example: 00 55 612 345 678

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International Dialing Format

005511 96123 4567

Exit Code•Country Code•Phone Number

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+5511 96123 4567

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Calling Brazil: Calling Code, Local Time & More

Calling Code

+55

Capital of Brazil

Brasília

Region

Americas (South America)

Currency of Brazil

Brazilian real (R$)

Brazil Time Zones

UTC-05:00, UTC-04:00, UTC-03:00, UTC-02:00

Current time

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Brazil at a Glance

Brazil, located in South America, is a nation with a rich identity. Its capital city, Brasília, serves as the administrative center for a population of approximately 213M.

The official currency is the Brazilian real (R$). When calling Brazil, the country code is +55. The country observes the UTC-05:00, UTC-04:00, UTC-03:00, UTC-02:00 time zone(s), and the primary language(s) spoken include Portuguese.

Destination Calling Profile: Brazil

Population

213M

Population Rank

#6 of 230

Language Footprint

Portuguese

Time Zone Footprint

UTC-05:00, UTC-04:00 +2 more

City/Area Code Coverage

22 locations listed

Dial Code Status

Exclusive code in dataset

Brazil currently has a 11-digit local number pattern in this guide, with country code +55.

Detailed route planning

Route planning details: Brazil

Use this route profile to plan a real international call to Brazil, including dialing format, timing, and destination context.

From

Your location

Brazil

Common exit code: 00 or +Brazil calling code: +55Time difference: N/A

For most international calls, start with your exit code or the plus sign, then dial +55 before the local Brazil number.

Use Brazil local business hours as the safest reference point before placing the call.

Brazil dialing details

Brazil is represented here by BR/BRA, Brasília, South America, about 213M people, Brazilian real (R$), and primary language context of Portuguese.

Destination calling code: +55. Destination time zones: UTC-05:00, UTC-04:00, UTC-03:00, UTC-02:00. Rate check: check live price before dialing.

Brazil call planning

This destination-first route depends on the caller's local exit code plus +55. For business calls, use Brazil's local workday as the default timing reference.

Dialing sequence: exit code +55 local number. Business-hour window: Use destination business hours. Time relationship: N/A.

Destination market: Brazil is in South America, with Brasília as a main administrative center. Calls may reach family, companies, banks, hotels, clinics, or public offices across a market of about 213M. Primary language context: Portuguese. Local billing and everyday prices use Brazilian real (R$).

Route context: This page is destination-first, so the most important planning variables are Brazil's country code, local timezone, destination language context, and whether the number is mobile or landline.

Use your local international prefix or +, then +55, then the Brazil local number.Brazil business-hour planning depends on the local destination timezone; the primary reference point here is Brasília.Brazil language context: Portuguese. Keep this in mind when calling businesses, hotels, banks, or local services.For Brazil, 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 Brazil

22 Locations

City / Region	Area Code	Full Dialing Pattern
Belém	55-91	+55-91 [local number]
Belo Horizonte	55-31	+55-31 [local number]
Blumenau	55-47	+55-47 [local number]
Brasília	55-61	+55-61 [local number]
Campinas	55-19	+55-19 [local number]
Curitiba	55-41	+55-41 [local number]
Florianópolis	55-48	+55-48 [local number]
Fortaleza	55-85	+55-85 [local number]
Goiania	55-62	+55-62 [local number]
Macáe	55-24	+55-24 [local number]
Manaus	55-92	+55-92 [local number]
Niteroi	55-21	+55-21 [local number]
Porto Alegre	55-51	+55-51 [local number]
Recife	55-81	+55-81 [local number]
Rio de Janeiro	55-21	+55-21 [local number]
Roraima	55-95	+55-95 [local number]
Salvador	55-71	+55-71 [local number]
Santo Andre	55-11	+55-11 [local number]
Santos	55-13	+55-13 [local number]
São José dos Campos	55-12	+55-12 [local number]
São Paulo	55-11	+55-11 [local number]
Vitória	55-27	+55-27 [local number]

Area codes are typically followed by the subscriber number.