How do I call Ireland from abroad?

To call Ireland, dial your country's exit code, followed by the country code +353, and then the local phone number.

What is the country calling code for Ireland?

The country calling code for Ireland is +353. To call Ireland from abroad, dial +353 followed by the local phone number.

What timezone is Ireland in?

Ireland is in the UTC timezone.

What currency is used in Ireland?

The official currency of Ireland is the Euro (€). This is the primary currency used for all transactions in the country.

What is the capital city of Ireland?

The capital city of Ireland is Dublin. It serves as the political and administrative center of the country.

How do I make cheap calls to Ireland?

To make affordable calls to Ireland from abroad, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +353 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 Ireland?

CallTuv offers competitive rates for calls to Ireland 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 Ireland

Calling Ireland: [exit code] 353 [local number].

Ireland Country Code: +353

ISO: IE

IRL

Quick answer

To call Ireland, dial your international exit code, then 353, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 00 353 85 012 3456.

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Dialing format

00 353 85 012 3456

Exit code • Country code • Local number

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

Step-by-Step Dialing Guide

Follow these simple steps to make a call to Ireland 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 Ireland's country code

Dial the country code +353 for Ireland.

Enter the local phone number

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

Complete dialing format

Full format: [exit code] 353 [local number] - For example: 00 353 612 345 678

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International Dialing Format

0035385 012 3456

Exit Code•Country Code•Phone Number

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+35385 012 3456

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Calling Ireland: Calling Code, Local Time & More

Calling Code

+353

Capital of Ireland

Dublin

Region

Europe (Northern Europe)

Currency of Ireland

Euro (€)

Ireland Time Zones

UTC

Current time

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Ireland at a Glance

Ireland, located in Northern Europe, is a nation with a rich identity. Its capital city, Dublin, serves as the administrative center for a population of approximately 5.5M.

The official currency is the Euro (€). When calling Ireland, the country code is +353. The country observes the UTC time zone(s), and the primary language(s) spoken include English, Irish.

Destination Calling Profile: Ireland

Population

5.5M

Population Rank

#116 of 230

Language Footprint

English, Irish

Time Zone Footprint

UTC

City/Area Code Coverage

17 locations listed

Dial Code Status

Exclusive code in dataset

Ireland currently has a 9-digit local number pattern in this guide, with country code +353.

Detailed route planning

Route planning details: Ireland

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

From

Your location

Ireland

Common exit code: 00 or +Ireland calling code: +353Time difference: N/A

For most international calls, start with your exit code or the plus sign, then dial +353 before the local Ireland number.

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

Ireland dialing details

Ireland is represented here by IE/IRL, Dublin, Northern Europe, about 5.5M people, Euro (€), and primary language context of English, Irish.

Destination calling code: +353. Destination time zones: UTC. Rate check: check live price before dialing.

Ireland call planning

This destination-first route depends on the caller's local exit code plus +353. For business calls, use Ireland's local workday as the default timing reference.

Dialing sequence: exit code +353 local number. Business-hour window: Use destination business hours. Time relationship: N/A.

Destination market: Ireland is in Northern Europe, with Dublin as a main administrative center. Calls may reach family, companies, banks, hotels, clinics, or public offices across a market of about 5.5M. Primary language context: English, Irish. Local billing and everyday prices use Euro (€).

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

Use your local international prefix or +, then +353, then the Ireland local number.Ireland business-hour planning depends on the local destination timezone; the primary reference point here is Dublin.Ireland language context: English, Irish. Keep this in mind when calling businesses, hotels, banks, or local services.For Ireland, 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 Ireland

17 Locations

City / Region	Area Code	Full Dialing Pattern
Arklow	353-402	+353-402 [local number]
Cork	353-21	+353-21 [local number]
Dingle	353-66	+353-66 [local number]
Drogheda	353-41	+353-41 [local number]
Dublin	353-1	+353-1 [local number]
Dundalk	353-42	+353-42 [local number]
Ennis	353-65	+353-65 [local number]
Galway	353-91	+353-91 [local number]
Kildare	353-45	+353-45 [local number]
Killarney	353-64	+353-64 [local number]
Limerick	353-61	+353-61 [local number]
Sligo	353-71	+353-71 [local number]
Tipperary	353-52	+353-52 [local number]
Tralee	353-66	+353-66 [local number]
Tullamore	353-506	+353-506 [local number]
Waterford	353-51	+353-51 [local number]
Wexford	353-53	+353-53 [local number]

Area codes are typically followed by the subscriber number.