How do I call Nepal from abroad?

To call Nepal, dial your country's exit code, followed by the country code +977, and then the local phone number.

What is the country calling code for Nepal?

The country calling code for Nepal is +977. To call Nepal from abroad, dial +977 followed by the local phone number.

How do I make cheap calls to Nepal?

To make affordable calls to Nepal from abroad, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +977 followed by the local number. No app download required, and calls start at ~$0.60 per minute.

How much does it cost to call Nepal?

Calls to Nepal cost ~$0.60 per minute to landlines and ~$0.62 per minute to mobiles with CallTuv, billed per minute with no subscription.

Can I use + instead of the exit code when calling Nepal?

Yes. On mobile phones and in CallTuv, you can usually use +977. The plus sign replaces your country's international exit code.

Should I remove leading zeros from Nepal phone numbers?

In most international dialing formats, remove the trunk prefix or leading zero before the local Nepal number, then dial +977. If the dialer shows a formatting warning, follow the corrected format before calling.

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How to Call Nepal

Calling Nepal: [exit code] 977 [local number].

Nepal Country Code: +977

ISO: NP

NPL

Quick answer

To call Nepal, dial your international exit code, then 977, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: +977 984 1234567. Calls cost from ~$0.60 per minute with CallTuv.

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Dialing format

+ 977 984 1234567

Exit code • Country code • Local number

Exit code

Use your country exit code, or + on mobile

Country code

+977

Nepal's international calling code

Local number

984 1234567

Enter the local number without the country code

Browser format

+977 984 1234567

Use this format inside CallTuv

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

Step-by-Step Dialing Guide

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

Dial the country code +977 for Nepal.

Enter the local phone number

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

Complete dialing format

Full format: [exit code] 977 [local number] - For example: 00 977 612 345 678

HOW TO CALL

International Dialing Format

+977984 1234567

Exit Code•Country Code•Phone Number

CallTuv Format

+977984 1234567

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Calling Nepal: Calling Code, Local Time & More

Calling Code

+977

Cost to Call Nepal

~$0.60/min landline, ~$0.62/min mobile

Capital of Nepal

Kathmandu

Region

Asia (Southern Asia)

Currency of Nepal

Nepalese rupee (₨)

Nepal Time Zones

UTC+05:45

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City & Area Codes for Nepal

14 Locations

City / Region	Area Code
Bhaktapur	977-1
Bharatput	977-56
Biratnagar	977-21
Bjojpur	977-29
Dhangadi	977-91
Dhankuta	977-26
Dolakha	977-49
Gorkha	977-64
Jhapa	977-23
Kathmandu	977-1
Nepalgunj	977-81
Phidim	977-24
Pokhara	977-41
Sarlahi	977-46