How to Call Germany
Calling Germany: [exit code] 49 [local number].
Germany Country Code: +49
Quick answer
To call Germany, dial your international exit code, then 49, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: +49 1512 3456789. Calls cost from ~$0.06 per minute with CallTuv.
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Dialing format
+ 49 1512 3456789
Exit code • Country code • Local number
Exit code
+
Use your country exit code, or + on mobile
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 anywhere in the world
Dial your country's exit code
Start with your country's international dialing prefix (often 00 or 011, or use + on mobile).
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: [exit code] 49 [local number] - For example: 00 49 612 345 678
HOW TO CALL
International Dialing Format
CallTuv Format
No apps needed • Works in browser
See rates for Germany →Calling Germany: 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 is --
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 abroad?
To call Germany, dial your country's exit code, followed by the country code +49, and then the local phone number.
What is the country calling code for Germany?
The country calling code for Germany is +49. To call Germany from abroad, dial +49 followed by the local phone number.
How do I make cheap calls to Germany?
To make affordable calls to Germany from abroad, 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?
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. The plus sign replaces your country's 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.
