How do I call Lebanon from abroad?

To call Lebanon, dial your country's exit code, followed by the country code +961, and then the local phone number.

What is the country calling code for Lebanon?

The country calling code for Lebanon is +961. To call Lebanon from abroad, dial +961 followed by the local phone number.

What timezone is Lebanon in?

Lebanon is in the UTC+02:00 timezone.

What currency is used in Lebanon?

The official currency of Lebanon is the Lebanese pound (ل.ل). This is the primary currency used for all transactions in the country.

What is the capital city of Lebanon?

The capital city of Lebanon is Beirut. It serves as the political and administrative center of the country.

How do I make cheap calls to Lebanon?

To make affordable calls to Lebanon from abroad, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +961 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 Lebanon?

CallTuv offers competitive rates for calls to Lebanon 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 Lebanon

Calling Lebanon: [exit code] 961 [local number].

Lebanon Country Code: +961

ISO: LB

LBN

Quick answer

To call Lebanon, dial your international exit code, then 961, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 00 961 71 123 456.

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Dialing format

00 961 71 123 456

Exit code • Country code • Local number

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

Step-by-Step Dialing Guide

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

Dial the country code +961 for Lebanon.

Enter the local phone number

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

Complete dialing format

Full format: [exit code] 961 [local number] - For example: 00 961 612 345 678

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International Dialing Format

0096171 123 456

Exit Code•Country Code•Phone Number

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Calling Lebanon: Calling Code, Local Time & More

Calling Code

+961

Capital of Lebanon

Beirut

Region

Asia (Western Asia)

Currency of Lebanon

Lebanese pound (ل.ل)

Lebanon Time Zones

UTC+02:00

Current time

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Lebanon at a Glance

Lebanon, located in Western Asia, is a nation with a rich identity. Its capital city, Beirut, serves as the administrative center for a population of approximately 5.5M.

The official currency is the Lebanese pound (ل.ل). When calling Lebanon, the country code is +961. The country observes the UTC+02:00 time zone(s), and the primary language(s) spoken include Arabic, French.

Destination Calling Profile: Lebanon

Population

5.5M

Population Rank

#115 of 230

Language Footprint

Arabic, French

Time Zone Footprint

UTC+02:00

City/Area Code Coverage

10 locations listed

Dial Code Status

Exclusive code in dataset

Lebanon currently has a 8-digit local number pattern in this guide, with country code +961.

Detailed route planning

Route planning details: Lebanon

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

From

Your location

Lebanon

Common exit code: 00 or +Lebanon calling code: +961Time difference: N/A

For most international calls, start with your exit code or the plus sign, then dial +961 before the local Lebanon number.

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

Lebanon dialing details

Lebanon is represented here by LB/LBN, Beirut, Western Asia, about 5.5M people, Lebanese pound (ل.ل), and primary language context of Arabic, French.

Destination calling code: +961. Destination time zones: UTC+02:00. Rate check: check live price before dialing.

Lebanon call planning

This destination-first route depends on the caller's local exit code plus +961. For business calls, use Lebanon's local workday as the default timing reference.

Dialing sequence: exit code +961 local number. Business-hour window: Use destination business hours. Time relationship: N/A.

Destination market: Lebanon is in Western Asia, with Beirut 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: Arabic, French. Local billing and everyday prices use Lebanese pound (ل.ل).

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

Use your local international prefix or +, then +961, then the Lebanon local number.Lebanon business-hour planning depends on the local destination timezone; the primary reference point here is Beirut.Lebanon language context: Arabic, French. Keep this in mind when calling businesses, hotels, banks, or local services.For Lebanon, 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 Lebanon

10 Locations

City / Region	Area Code	Full Dialing Pattern
Antelias	961-4	+961-4 [local number]
Baabda	961-5	+961-5 [local number]
Beirut	961-1	+961-1 [local number]
Jezine	961-7	+961-7 [local number]
Jounieh	961-9	+961-9 [local number]
Mobile Phones - Cellis	961-3, 70	+961-3, 70 [local number]
Mobile Phones - LibanCell	961-3, 70	+961-3, 70 [local number]
Saida	961-7	+961-7 [local number]
Tripoli	961-6	+961-6 [local number]
Zahle	961-8	+961-8 [local number]