How to Call Switzerland
Calling Switzerland: [exit code] 41 [local number].
Switzerland Country Code: +41
Quick answer
To call Switzerland, dial your international exit code, then 41, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: +41 78 123 45 67. Calls cost from ~$0.09 per minute with CallTuv.
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Dialing format
+ 41 78 123 45 67
Exit code • Country code • Local number
Exit code
+
Use your country exit code, or + on mobile
Country code
+41
Switzerland's international calling code
Local number
78 123 45 67
Enter the local number without the country code
Browser format
+41 78 123 45 67
Use this format inside CallTuv
Whether you’re calling family, friends, or business contacts, knowing how to call Switzerland 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 Switzerland - whether you’re calling Bern or anywhere else.
Step-by-Step Dialing Guide
Follow these simple steps to make a call to Switzerland 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 Switzerland's country code
Dial the country code +41 for Switzerland.
Enter the local phone number
Dial the local phone number in Switzerland (typically 8-10 digits, without any leading zeros).
Complete dialing format
Full format: [exit code] 41 [local number] - For example: 00 41 612 345 678
HOW TO CALL
International Dialing Format
CallTuv Format
No apps needed • Works in browser
See rates for Switzerland →Calling Switzerland: Calling Code, Local Time & More
Calling Code
+41
Cost to Call Switzerland
~$0.09/min landline, ~$0.37/min mobile
Capital of Switzerland
Bern
Region
Europe (Western Europe)
Currency of Switzerland
Swiss franc (Fr.)
Switzerland Time Zones
UTC+01:00
Current time
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City & Area Codes for Switzerland
| City / Region | Area Code |
|---|---|
| Ammerswil (Aarau) | 41-62 |
| Andermatt | 41-41 |
| Arosa | 41-81 |
| Baden | 41-56 |
| Basel | 41-61 |
| Bellinzona | 41-91 |
| Berne | 41-31 |
| Biel (Bienne) | 41-32 |
| Chiasso | 41-91 |
| Crans-sur-Sierre | 41-27 |
| Davos | 41-81 |
| Fribourg | 41-26 |
| Geneva | 41-22 |
| Gryon (Yverdon-les-Bains) | 41-24 |
| Gstaad | 41-33 |
| Interlaken | 41-33 |
| Klosters | 41-81 |
| La Chaux-de-Fonds | 41-32 |
| Lausanne | 41-21 |
| Lenk im Simmental | 41-33 |
Show all 35 Switzerland area codes
| Locarno | 41-91 |
| Lucerne | 41-41 |
| Lugano | 41-91 |
| Montreux | 41-21 |
| Neuchatel | 41-32 |
| Obewil im Simmental | 41-33 |
| Schaffhausen | 41-52 |
| St. Gallen | 41-71 |
| St. Moritz | 41-81 |
| Vevey | 41-21 |
| Wengen | 41-33 |
| Winterthur | 41-52 |
| Zermatt | 41-27 |
| Zug | 41-41 |
| Zurich | 41-43 |
International Calling to Switzerland: FAQs
How do I call Switzerland from abroad?
To call Switzerland, dial your country's exit code, followed by the country code +41, and then the local phone number.
What is the country calling code for Switzerland?
The country calling code for Switzerland is +41. To call Switzerland from abroad, dial +41 followed by the local phone number.
How do I make cheap calls to Switzerland?
To make affordable calls to Switzerland from abroad, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +41 followed by the local number. No app download required, and calls start at ~$0.09 per minute.
How much does it cost to call Switzerland?
Calls to Switzerland cost ~$0.09 per minute to landlines and ~$0.37 per minute to mobiles with CallTuv, billed per minute with no subscription.View rates for Switzerland →
Can I use + instead of the exit code when calling Switzerland?
Yes. On mobile phones and in CallTuv, you can usually use +41. The plus sign replaces your country's international exit code.
Should I remove leading zeros from Switzerland phone numbers?
In most international dialing formats, remove the trunk prefix or leading zero before the local Switzerland number, then dial +41. If the dialer shows a formatting warning, follow the corrected format before calling.
