How do I call Mexico from abroad?

To call Mexico, dial your country's exit code, followed by the country code +52, and then the local phone number.

What is the country calling code for Mexico?

The country calling code for Mexico is +52. To call Mexico from abroad, dial +52 followed by the local phone number.

What timezone is Mexico in?

Mexico spans multiple timezones: UTC-08:00, UTC-07:00, UTC-06:00. The capital Mexico City is typically in one of the eastern timezones.

What currency is used in Mexico?

The official currency of Mexico is the Mexican peso ($). This is the primary currency used for all transactions in the country.

What is the capital city of Mexico?

The capital city of Mexico is Mexico City. It serves as the political and administrative center of the country.

How do I make cheap calls to Mexico?

To make affordable calls to Mexico from abroad, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +52 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 Mexico?

CallTuv offers competitive rates for calls to Mexico 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 Mexico

Calling Mexico: [exit code] 52 [local number].

Mexico Country Code: +52

ISO: MX

MEX

Quick answer

To call Mexico, dial your international exit code, then 52, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 00 52 222 123 4567.

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Dialing format

00 52 222 123 4567

Exit code • Country code • Local number

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

Step-by-Step Dialing Guide

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

Dial the country code +52 for Mexico.

Enter the local phone number

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

Complete dialing format

Full format: [exit code] 52 [local number] - For example: 00 52 612 345 678

HOW TO CALL

International Dialing Format

0052222 123 4567

Exit Code•Country Code•Phone Number

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+52222 123 4567

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Calling Mexico: Calling Code, Local Time & More

Calling Code

+52

Capital of Mexico

Mexico City

Region

Americas (North America)

Currency of Mexico

Mexican peso ($)

Mexico Time Zones

UTC-08:00, UTC-07:00, UTC-06:00

Current time

Your time

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Mexico at a Glance

Mexico, located in North America, is a nation with a rich identity. Its capital city, Mexico City, serves as the administrative center for a population of approximately 131M.

The official currency is the Mexican peso ($). When calling Mexico, the country code is +52. The country observes the UTC-08:00, UTC-07:00, UTC-06:00 time zone(s), and the primary language(s) spoken include Spanish.

Destination Calling Profile: Mexico

Population

131M

Population Rank

#9 of 230

Language Footprint

Spanish

Time Zone Footprint

UTC-08:00, UTC-07:00 +1 more

City/Area Code Coverage

48 locations listed

Dial Code Status

Exclusive code in dataset

Mexico currently has a 10-digit local number pattern in this guide, with country code +52.

Detailed route planning

Route planning details: Mexico

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

From

Your location

Mexico

Common exit code: 00 or +Mexico calling code: +52Time difference: N/A

For most international calls, start with your exit code or the plus sign, then dial +52 before the local Mexico number.

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

Mexico dialing details

Mexico is represented here by MX/MEX, Mexico City, North America, about 131M people, Mexican peso ($), and primary language context of Spanish.

Destination calling code: +52. Destination time zones: UTC-08:00, UTC-07:00, UTC-06:00. Rate check: check live price before dialing.

Mexico call planning

This destination-first route depends on the caller's local exit code plus +52. For business calls, use Mexico's local workday as the default timing reference.

Dialing sequence: exit code +52 local number. Business-hour window: Use destination business hours. Time relationship: N/A.

Destination market: Mexico is in North America, with Mexico City as a main administrative center. Calls may reach family, companies, banks, hotels, clinics, or public offices across a market of about 131M. Primary language context: Spanish. Local billing and everyday prices use Mexican peso ($).

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

Use your local international prefix or +, then +52, then the Mexico local number.Mexico business-hour planning depends on the local destination timezone; the primary reference point here is Mexico City.Mexico language context: Spanish. Keep this in mind when calling businesses, hotels, banks, or local services.For Mexico, 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 Mexico

48 Locations

City / Region	Area Code	Full Dialing Pattern
Acapulco	52-744	+52-744 [local number]
Aguascalientes	52-449	+52-449 [local number]
Apizaco	52-241	+52-241 [local number]
Cabo San Lucas	52-624	+52-624 [local number]
Cancun	52-998	+52-998 [local number]
Celaya	52-461	+52-461 [local number]
Chihuahua	52-614	+52-614 [local number]
Chuuk	52-330	+52-330 [local number]
Ciudad del Carmen	52-938	+52-938 [local number]
Ciudad Juarez	52-656	+52-656 [local number]
Cuernavaca	52-777	+52-777 [local number]
Culiacan	52-667	+52-667 [local number]
Durango	52-618	+52-618 [local number]
Ensenada	52-646	+52-646 [local number]
Guadalajara	52-33	+52-33 [local number]
Hermosillo	52-662	+52-662 [local number]
Irapuato	52-462	+52-462 [local number]
Ixtapa	52-961	+52-961 [local number]
Jalapa	52-932	+52-932 [local number]
Juchita	52-971	+52-971 [local number]
Kosrae	52-370	+52-370 [local number]
Leon	52-477	+52-477 [local number]
Los Mochis	52-668	+52-668 [local number]
Matamoros	52-871	+52-871 [local number]
Mazatlan	52-669	+52-669 [local number]
Merida	52-999	+52-999 [local number]
Mexicali	52-686	+52-686 [local number]
Mexico City	52-55	+52-55 [local number]
Mobile Phones	52-1	+52-1 [local number]
Monterrey	52-81	+52-81 [local number]
Morelia	52-443	+52-443 [local number]
Nogales	52-631	+52-631 [local number]
Nuevo Laredo	52-867	+52-867 [local number]
Oaxaca de Juarez	52-951	+52-951 [local number]
Playa del Carmen	52-984	+52-984 [local number]
Pohnpei	52-320	+52-320 [local number]
Progreso	52-861	+52-861 [local number]
Puebla	52-222	+52-222 [local number]
Puerto Vallarta	52-322	+52-322 [local number]
Reynosa	52-899	+52-899 [local number]
Saltillo	52-844	+52-844 [local number]
San Luis Potosi	52-444	+52-444 [local number]
Tampico	52-833	+52-833 [local number]
Tijuana	52-664	+52-664 [local number]
Torreon	52-871	+52-871 [local number]
Veracruz	52-229	+52-229 [local number]
Villahermosa	52-993	+52-993 [local number]
Yap	52-350	+52-350 [local number]

Area codes are typically followed by the subscriber number.