How do I call Philippines from abroad?

To call Philippines, dial your country's exit code, followed by the country code +63, and then the local phone number.

What is the country calling code for Philippines?

The country calling code for Philippines is +63. To call Philippines from abroad, dial +63 followed by the local phone number.

What timezone is Philippines in?

Philippines is in the UTC+08:00 timezone.

What currency is used in Philippines?

The official currency of Philippines is the Philippine peso (₱). This is the primary currency used for all transactions in the country.

What is the capital city of Philippines?

The capital city of Philippines is Manila. It serves as the political and administrative center of the country.

How do I make cheap calls to Philippines?

To make affordable calls to Philippines from abroad, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +63 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 Philippines?

CallTuv offers competitive rates for calls to Philippines 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 Philippines

Calling Philippines: [exit code] 63 [local number].

Philippines Country Code: +63

ISO: PH

PHL

Quick answer

To call Philippines, dial your international exit code, then 63, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 00 63 905 123 4567.

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Dialing format

00 63 905 123 4567

Exit code • Country code • Local number

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

Step-by-Step Dialing Guide

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

Dial the country code +63 for Philippines.

Enter the local phone number

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

Complete dialing format

Full format: [exit code] 63 [local number] - For example: 00 63 612 345 678

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International Dialing Format

0063905 123 4567

Exit Code•Country Code•Phone Number

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+63905 123 4567

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Calling Philippines: Calling Code, Local Time & More

Calling Code

+63

Capital of Philippines

Manila

Region

Asia (South-Eastern Asia)

Currency of Philippines

Philippine peso (₱)

Philippines Time Zones

UTC+08:00

Current time

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Philippines at a Glance

Philippines, located in South-Eastern Asia, is a nation with a rich identity. Its capital city, Manila, serves as the administrative center for a population of approximately 114M.

The official currency is the Philippine peso (₱). When calling Philippines, the country code is +63. The country observes the UTC+08:00 time zone(s), and the primary language(s) spoken include English, Filipino.

Destination Calling Profile: Philippines

Population

114M

Population Rank

#11 of 230

Language Footprint

English, Filipino

Time Zone Footprint

UTC+08:00

City/Area Code Coverage

35 locations listed

Dial Code Status

Exclusive code in dataset

Philippines currently has a 10-digit local number pattern in this guide, with country code +63.

Detailed route planning

Route planning details: Philippines

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

From

Your location

Philippines

Common exit code: 00 or +Philippines calling code: +63Time difference: N/A

For most international calls, start with your exit code or the plus sign, then dial +63 before the local Philippines number.

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

Philippines dialing details

Philippines is represented here by PH/PHL, Manila, South-Eastern Asia, about 114M people, Philippine peso (₱), and primary language context of English, Filipino.

Destination calling code: +63. Destination time zones: UTC+08:00. Rate check: check live price before dialing.

Philippines call planning

This destination-first route depends on the caller's local exit code plus +63. For business calls, use Philippines's local workday as the default timing reference.

Dialing sequence: exit code +63 local number. Business-hour window: Use destination business hours. Time relationship: N/A.

Destination market: Philippines is in South-Eastern Asia, with Manila as a main administrative center. Calls may reach family, companies, banks, hotels, clinics, or public offices across a market of about 114M. Primary language context: English, Filipino. Local billing and everyday prices use Philippine peso (₱).

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

Use your local international prefix or +, then +63, then the Philippines local number.Philippines business-hour planning depends on the local destination timezone; the primary reference point here is Manila.Philippines language context: English, Filipino. Keep this in mind when calling businesses, hotels, banks, or local services.For Philippines, 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 Philippines

35 Locations

City / Region	Area Code	Full Dialing Pattern
Albay	63-52	+63-52 [local number]
Angeles	63-455	+63-455 [local number]
Bacolod	63-34	+63-34 [local number]
Baguio City	63-74	+63-74 [local number]
Batangas	63-43	+63-43 [local number]
Cacayan de Oro	63-8822	+63-8822 [local number]
Caloocan	63-2	+63-2 [local number]
Cavite	63-46	+63-46 [local number]
Cebu City	63-32	+63-32 [local number]
Cotabato	63-64	+63-64 [local number]
Dagupan	63-75	+63-75 [local number]
Dalaguete	63-32	+63-32 [local number]
Dauin	63-3522	+63-3522 [local number]
Davao	63-82	+63-82 [local number]
Dumaguete City	63-3524	+63-3524 [local number]
General Santos	63-83	+63-83 [local number]
Iligan City	63-63	+63-63 [local number]
Iloilo City	63-33	+63-33 [local number]
Lipa	63-43	+63-43 [local number]
Lucena	63-42	+63-42 [local number]
Manila	63-2	+63-2 [local number]
Masbate	63-56	+63-56 [local number]
Mobile Phones	63-9	+63-9 [local number]
Naga City	63-5421	+63-5421 [local number]
Ozamis City	63-88	+63-88 [local number]
Pampanga	63-45	+63-45 [local number]
Pasay	63-2	+63-2 [local number]
Puerto Princesa	63-48	+63-48 [local number]
Quezon City	63-2	+63-2 [local number]
San Fernando: La Union	63-72	+63-72 [local number]
San Pablo	63-93	+63-93 [local number]
Subic Bay	63-47	+63-47 [local number]
Tacloban	63-53	+63-53 [local number]
Tarlac City	63-452	+63-452 [local number]
Zamboanga	63-62	+63-62 [local number]

Area codes are typically followed by the subscriber number.