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.

What timezone is Switzerland in?

Switzerland is in the UTC+01:00 timezone.

What currency is used in Switzerland?

The official currency of Switzerland is the Swiss franc (Fr.). This is the primary currency used for all transactions in the country.

What is the capital city of Switzerland?

The capital city of Switzerland is Bern. It serves as the political and administrative center of the country.

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 our rates are significantly cheaper than traditional phone carriers.

How much does it cost to call Switzerland?

CallTuv offers competitive rates for calls to Switzerland 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 Switzerland

Calling Switzerland: [exit code] 41 [local number].

Switzerland Country Code: +41

ISO: CH

CHE

Quick answer

To call Switzerland, dial your international exit code, then 41, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 00 41 78 123 45 67.

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Dialing format

00 41 78 123 45 67

Exit code • Country code • Local number

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

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 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

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International Dialing Format

004178 123 45 67

Exit Code•Country Code•Phone Number

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Calling Switzerland: Calling Code, Local Time & More

Calling Code

+41

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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Switzerland at a Glance

Switzerland, located in Western Europe, is a nation with a rich identity. Its capital city, Bern, serves as the administrative center for a population of approximately 9.1M.

The official currency is the Swiss franc (Fr.). When calling Switzerland, the country code is +41. The country observes the UTC+01:00 time zone(s), and the primary language(s) spoken include French, Swiss German, Italian, Romansh.

Destination Calling Profile: Switzerland

Population

9.1M

Population Rank

#96 of 230

Language Footprint

French, Swiss German, Italian +1 more

Time Zone Footprint

UTC+01:00

City/Area Code Coverage

35 locations listed

Dial Code Status

Exclusive code in dataset

Switzerland currently has a 9-digit local number pattern in this guide, with country code +41.

Detailed route planning

Route planning details: Switzerland

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

From

Your location

Switzerland

Common exit code: 00 or +Switzerland calling code: +41Time difference: N/A

For most international calls, start with your exit code or the plus sign, then dial +41 before the local Switzerland number.

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

Switzerland dialing details

Switzerland is represented here by CH/CHE, Bern, Western Europe, about 9.1M people, Swiss franc (Fr.), and primary language context of French, Swiss German, Italian, Romansh.

Destination calling code: +41. Destination time zones: UTC+01:00. Rate check: check live price before dialing.

Switzerland call planning

This destination-first route depends on the caller's local exit code plus +41. For business calls, use Switzerland's local workday as the default timing reference.

Dialing sequence: exit code +41 local number. Business-hour window: Use destination business hours. Time relationship: N/A.

Destination market: Switzerland is in Western Europe, with Bern as a main administrative center. Calls may reach family, companies, banks, hotels, clinics, or public offices across a market of about 9.1M. Primary language context: French, Swiss German, Italian, Romansh. Local billing and everyday prices use Swiss franc (Fr.).

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

Use your local international prefix or +, then +41, then the Switzerland local number.Switzerland business-hour planning depends on the local destination timezone; the primary reference point here is Bern.Switzerland language context: French, Swiss German, Italian, Romansh. Keep this in mind when calling businesses, hotels, banks, or local services.For Switzerland, 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 Switzerland

35 Locations

City / Region	Area Code	Full Dialing Pattern
Ammerswil (Aarau)	41-62	+41-62 [local number]
Andermatt	41-41	+41-41 [local number]
Arosa	41-81	+41-81 [local number]
Baden	41-56	+41-56 [local number]
Basel	41-61	+41-61 [local number]
Bellinzona	41-91	+41-91 [local number]
Berne	41-31	+41-31 [local number]
Biel (Bienne)	41-32	+41-32 [local number]
Chiasso	41-91	+41-91 [local number]
Crans-sur-Sierre	41-27	+41-27 [local number]
Davos	41-81	+41-81 [local number]
Fribourg	41-26	+41-26 [local number]
Geneva	41-22	+41-22 [local number]
Gryon (Yverdon-les-Bains)	41-24	+41-24 [local number]
Gstaad	41-33	+41-33 [local number]
Interlaken	41-33	+41-33 [local number]
Klosters	41-81	+41-81 [local number]
La Chaux-de-Fonds	41-32	+41-32 [local number]
Lausanne	41-21	+41-21 [local number]
Lenk im Simmental	41-33	+41-33 [local number]
Locarno	41-91	+41-91 [local number]
Lucerne	41-41	+41-41 [local number]
Lugano	41-91	+41-91 [local number]
Montreux	41-21	+41-21 [local number]
Neuchatel	41-32	+41-32 [local number]
Obewil im Simmental	41-33	+41-33 [local number]
Schaffhausen	41-52	+41-52 [local number]
St. Gallen	41-71	+41-71 [local number]
St. Moritz	41-81	+41-81 [local number]
Vevey	41-21	+41-21 [local number]
Wengen	41-33	+41-33 [local number]
Winterthur	41-52	+41-52 [local number]
Zermatt	41-27	+41-27 [local number]
Zug	41-41	+41-41 [local number]
Zurich	41-43	+41-43 [local number]

Area codes are typically followed by the subscriber number.