How to Call Hungary
Calling Hungary: [exit code] 36 [local number].
Hungary Country Code: +36
Quick answer
To call Hungary, dial your international exit code, then 36, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: +36 20 123 4567. Calls cost from ~$0.05 per minute with CallTuv.
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Dialing format
+ 36 20 123 4567
Exit code • Country code • Local number
Exit code
+
Use your country exit code, or + on mobile
Country code
+36
Hungary's international calling code
Local number
20 123 4567
Enter the local number without the country code
Browser format
+36 20 123 4567
Use this format inside CallTuv
Whether you’re calling family, friends, or business contacts, knowing how to call Hungary 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 Hungary - whether you’re calling Budapest or anywhere else.
Step-by-Step Dialing Guide
Follow these simple steps to make a call to Hungary 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 Hungary's country code
Dial the country code +36 for Hungary.
Enter the local phone number
Dial the local phone number in Hungary (typically 8-10 digits, without any leading zeros).
Complete dialing format
Full format: [exit code] 36 [local number] - For example: 00 36 612 345 678
HOW TO CALL
International Dialing Format
CallTuv Format
No apps needed • Works in browser
See rates for Hungary →Calling Hungary: Calling Code, Local Time & More
Calling Code
+36
Cost to Call Hungary
~$0.05/min landline, ~$0.15/min mobile
Capital of Hungary
Budapest
Region
Europe (Central Europe)
Currency of Hungary
Hungarian forint (Ft)
Hungary Time Zones
UTC+01:00
Current time
Your time
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Hungary
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Hungary is --
City & Area Codes for Hungary
| City / Region | Area Code |
|---|---|
| Abasar | 36-37 |
| Baja | 36-79 |
| Balassagyarmat | 36-35 |
| Balatonaliga | 36-84 |
| Békéscsaba | 36-66 |
| Berettyóújfalu | 36-54 |
| Biatorbágy | 36-23 |
| Budapest | 36-1 |
| Cegléd | 36-53 |
| Debrecen | 36-52 |
| Dorgicse | 36-80 |
| Dunaújváros | 36-25 |
| Eger | 36-36 |
| Esztergom | 36-33 |
| Fertoboz | 36-99 |
| Gödöllo | 36-28 |
| Gyöngyös | 36-37 |
| Gyor | 36-96 |
| Jászberény | 36-57 |
| Kaposvár | 36-82 |
Show all 61 Hungary area codes
| Karcag | 36-59 |
| Kazincbarcika | 36-48 |
| Kecskemét | 36-76 |
| Keszthely | 36-83 |
| Kiskorös | 36-78 |
| Kiskunhalas | 36-77 |
| Kisvárda | 36-45 |
| Komlo | 36-72 |
| Marcali | 36-85 |
| Mátészalka | 36-44 |
| Mezokövesd | 36-49 |
| Miskolc | 36-46 |
| Mohács | 36-69 |
| Monor | 36-29 |
| Nagykanizsa | 36-93 |
| Nyíregyháza | 36-42 |
| Orosháza | 36-68 |
| Ózd | 36-48 |
| Paks | 36-75 |
| Pápa | 36-89 |
| Pécs | 36-72 |
| Pecsvarad | 36-72 |
| Salgótarján | 36-32 |
| Sárvár | 36-95 |
| Siófok | 36-84 |
| Sopron | 36-99 |
| Szeged | 36-62 |
| Székesfehérvár | 36-22 |
| Szekszárd | 36-74 |
| Szentendre | 36-26 |
| Szentes | 36-63 |
| Szerencs | 36-47 |
| Szigetszentmiklós | 36-24 |
| Szigetvár | 36-73 |
| Szolnok | 36-56 |
| Szombathely | 36-94 |
| Tapolca | 36-87 |
| Tatabánya | 36-34 |
| Vác | 36-27 |
| Veszprém | 36-88 |
| Zalaegerszeg | 36-92 |
International Calling to Hungary: FAQs
How do I call Hungary from abroad?
To call Hungary, dial your country's exit code, followed by the country code +36, and then the local phone number.
What is the country calling code for Hungary?
The country calling code for Hungary is +36. To call Hungary from abroad, dial +36 followed by the local phone number.
How do I make cheap calls to Hungary?
To make affordable calls to Hungary from abroad, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +36 followed by the local number. No app download required, and calls start at ~$0.05 per minute.
How much does it cost to call Hungary?
Calls to Hungary cost ~$0.05 per minute to landlines and ~$0.15 per minute to mobiles with CallTuv, billed per minute with no subscription.View rates for Hungary →
Can I use + instead of the exit code when calling Hungary?
Yes. On mobile phones and in CallTuv, you can usually use +36. The plus sign replaces your country's international exit code.
Should I remove leading zeros from Hungary phone numbers?
In most international dialing formats, remove the trunk prefix or leading zero before the local Hungary number, then dial +36. If the dialer shows a formatting warning, follow the corrected format before calling.
