How to Call Mexico
Calling Mexico: [exit code] 52 [local number].
Mexico Country Code: +52
Quick answer
To call Mexico, dial your international exit code, then 52, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: +52 222 123 4567. Calls cost from ~$0.04 per minute with CallTuv.
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Dialing format
+ 52 222 123 4567
Exit code • Country code • Local number
Exit code
+
Use your country exit code, or + on mobile
Country code
+52
Mexico's international calling code
Local number
222 123 4567
Enter the local number without the country code
Browser format
+52 222 123 4567
Use this format inside CallTuv
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
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
CallTuv Format
No apps needed • Works in browser
See rates for Mexico →Calling Mexico: Calling Code, Local Time & More
Calling Code
+52
Cost to Call Mexico
~$0.04/min landline, ~$0.10/min mobile
Capital of Mexico
Mexico City
Region
Americas (North America)
Currency of Mexico
Mexican peso ($)
Mexico Time Zones
UTC-08:00, UTC-07:00, UTC-06:00
Current time
Your time
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Mexico
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Mexico is --
City & Area Codes for Mexico
| City / Region | Area Code |
|---|---|
| Acapulco | 52-744 |
| Aguascalientes | 52-449 |
| Apizaco | 52-241 |
| Cabo San Lucas | 52-624 |
| Cancun | 52-998 |
| Celaya | 52-461 |
| Chihuahua | 52-614 |
| Chuuk | 52-330 |
| Ciudad del Carmen | 52-938 |
| Ciudad Juarez | 52-656 |
| Cuernavaca | 52-777 |
| Culiacan | 52-667 |
| Durango | 52-618 |
| Ensenada | 52-646 |
| Guadalajara | 52-33 |
| Hermosillo | 52-662 |
| Irapuato | 52-462 |
| Ixtapa | 52-961 |
| Jalapa | 52-932 |
| Juchita | 52-971 |
Show all 48 Mexico area codes
| Kosrae | 52-370 |
| Leon | 52-477 |
| Los Mochis | 52-668 |
| Matamoros | 52-871 |
| Mazatlan | 52-669 |
| Merida | 52-999 |
| Mexicali | 52-686 |
| Mexico City | 52-55 |
| Mobile Phones | 52-1 |
| Monterrey | 52-81 |
| Morelia | 52-443 |
| Nogales | 52-631 |
| Nuevo Laredo | 52-867 |
| Oaxaca de Juarez | 52-951 |
| Playa del Carmen | 52-984 |
| Pohnpei | 52-320 |
| Progreso | 52-861 |
| Puebla | 52-222 |
| Puerto Vallarta | 52-322 |
| Reynosa | 52-899 |
| Saltillo | 52-844 |
| San Luis Potosi | 52-444 |
| Tampico | 52-833 |
| Tijuana | 52-664 |
| Torreon | 52-871 |
| Veracruz | 52-229 |
| Villahermosa | 52-993 |
| Yap | 52-350 |
International Calling to Mexico: FAQs
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.
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 calls start at ~$0.04 per minute.
How much does it cost to call Mexico?
Calls to Mexico cost ~$0.04 per minute to landlines and ~$0.10 per minute to mobiles with CallTuv, billed per minute with no subscription.View rates for Mexico →
Can I use + instead of the exit code when calling Mexico?
Yes. On mobile phones and in CallTuv, you can usually use +52. The plus sign replaces your country's international exit code.
Should I remove leading zeros from Mexico phone numbers?
In most international dialing formats, remove the trunk prefix or leading zero before the local Mexico number, then dial +52. If the dialer shows a formatting warning, follow the corrected format before calling.
