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.

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?

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 our rates are significantly cheaper than traditional phone carriers.

How much does it cost to call Germany?

CallTuv offers competitive rates for calls to Germany 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 Germany

Calling Germany: [exit code] 49 [local number].

Germany Country Code: +49

ISO: DE

DEU

Quick answer

To call Germany, dial your international exit code, then 49, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 00 49 1512 3456789.

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Dialing format

00 49 1512 3456789

Exit code • Country code • Local number

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

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 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

00491512 3456789

Exit Code•Country Code•Phone Number

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+491512 3456789

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Calling Germany: 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

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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.

Detailed route planning

Route planning details: Germany

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

From

Your location

Germany

Common exit code: 00 or +Germany calling code: +49Time difference: N/A

For most international calls, start with your exit code or the plus sign, then dial +49 before the local Germany number.

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

Germany dialing details

Germany is represented here by DE/DEU, Berlin, Western Europe, about 83M people, Euro (€), and primary language context of German.

Destination calling code: +49. Destination time zones: UTC+01:00. Rate check: check live price before dialing.

Germany call planning

This destination-first route depends on the caller's local exit code plus +49. For business calls, use Germany's local workday as the default timing reference.

Dialing sequence: exit code +49 local number. Business-hour window: Use destination business hours. Time relationship: N/A.

Destination market: Germany is in Western Europe, with Berlin as a main administrative center. Calls may reach family, companies, banks, hotels, clinics, or public offices across a market of about 83M. Primary language context: German. Local billing and everyday prices use Euro (€).

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

Use your local international prefix or +, then +49, then the Germany local number.Germany business-hour planning depends on the local destination timezone; the primary reference point here is Berlin.Germany language context: German. Keep this in mind when calling businesses, hotels, banks, or local services.For Germany, 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 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.