How to Call Sri Lanka
Calling Sri Lanka: [exit code] 94 [local number].
Sri Lanka Country Code: +94
Quick answer
To call Sri Lanka, dial your international exit code, then 94, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: +94 71 234 5678. Calls cost from ~$0.71 per minute with CallTuv.
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Dialing format
+ 94 71 234 5678
Exit code • Country code • Local number
Exit code
+
Use your country exit code, or + on mobile
Country code
+94
Sri Lanka's international calling code
Local number
71 234 5678
Enter the local number without the country code
Browser format
+94 71 234 5678
Use this format inside CallTuv
Whether you’re calling family, friends, or business contacts, knowing how to call Sri Lanka 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 Sri Lanka - whether you’re calling Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte or anywhere else.
Step-by-Step Dialing Guide
Follow these simple steps to make a call to Sri Lanka 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 Sri Lanka's country code
Dial the country code +94 for Sri Lanka.
Enter the local phone number
Dial the local phone number in Sri Lanka (typically 8-10 digits, without any leading zeros).
Complete dialing format
Full format: [exit code] 94 [local number] - For example: 00 94 612 345 678
HOW TO CALL
International Dialing Format
CallTuv Format
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See rates for Sri Lanka →Calling Sri Lanka: Calling Code, Local Time & More
Calling Code
+94
Cost to Call Sri Lanka
~$0.71/min landline, ~$0.58/min mobile
Capital of Sri Lanka
Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte
Region
Asia (Southern Asia)
Currency of Sri Lanka
Sri Lankan rupee (Rs රු)
Sri Lanka Time Zones
UTC+05:30
Current time
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City & Area Codes for Sri Lanka
| City / Region | Area Code |
|---|---|
| Ambalangoda | 94-97 |
| Ampara | 94-63 + 4 digits |
| Anuradhapura | 94-25 + 4 digits |
| Avissawella | 94-36 + 5 digits |
| Badulla | 94-55 + 4 digits |
| Bandarawella | 94-57 + 4 digits |
| Batticaloa | 94-65 + 4 digits |
| Chilaw | 94-32 + 4 digits |
| Galle | 94-9 + 5 digits |
| Gampaha | 94-33 + 5 digits |
| Hambantota | 94-47 + 5 digits |
| Hatton | 94-51 + 5 digits |
| Jaffna | 94-21 + 4 digits |
| Kalmunai | 94-67 + 4 digits |
| Kalutara | 94-34 + 5 digits |
| Kandy | 94-8 + 6 digits |
| Katagastota | 94-8 |
| Kegalle | 94-35 + 4 digits |
| Kurunegala | 94-37 + 5 digits |
| Mannar | 94-23 + 4 digits |
Show all 30 Sri Lanka area codes
| Matale | 94-66 + 4 digits |
| Mathara | 94-41 + 5 digits |
| Nawalapitiya | 94-542 + 4 digits |
| Negambo | 94-31 + 4 digits |
| Nuwara Eliya | 94-52 + 4 digits |
| Panadura | 94-34 |
| Polonnaruwa | 94-27 + 4 digits |
| Ratnapura | 94-45 + 4 digits |
| Trincomalee | 94-26 + 5 digits |
| Vavuniya | 94-24 + 5 digits |
International Calling to Sri Lanka: FAQs
How do I call Sri Lanka from abroad?
To call Sri Lanka, dial your country's exit code, followed by the country code +94, and then the local phone number.
What is the country calling code for Sri Lanka?
The country calling code for Sri Lanka is +94. To call Sri Lanka from abroad, dial +94 followed by the local phone number.
How do I make cheap calls to Sri Lanka?
To make affordable calls to Sri Lanka from abroad, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +94 followed by the local number. No app download required, and calls start at ~$0.71 per minute.
How much does it cost to call Sri Lanka?
Calls to Sri Lanka cost ~$0.71 per minute to landlines and ~$0.58 per minute to mobiles with CallTuv, billed per minute with no subscription.View rates for Sri Lanka →
Can I use + instead of the exit code when calling Sri Lanka?
Yes. On mobile phones and in CallTuv, you can usually use +94. The plus sign replaces your country's international exit code.
Should I remove leading zeros from Sri Lanka phone numbers?
In most international dialing formats, remove the trunk prefix or leading zero before the local Sri Lanka number, then dial +94. If the dialer shows a formatting warning, follow the corrected format before calling.
