How to Call Taiwan
Calling Taiwan: [exit code] 886 [local number].
Taiwan Country Code: +886
Quick answer
To call Taiwan, dial your international exit code, then 886, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: +886 912 345 678. Calls cost from ~$0.24 per minute with CallTuv.
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Dialing format
+ 886 912 345 678
Exit code • Country code • Local number
Exit code
+
Use your country exit code, or + on mobile
Country code
+886
Taiwan's international calling code
Local number
912 345 678
Enter the local number without the country code
Browser format
+886 912 345 678
Use this format inside CallTuv
Whether you’re calling family, friends, or business contacts, knowing how to call Taiwan 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 Taiwan - whether you’re calling Taipei or anywhere else.
Step-by-Step Dialing Guide
Follow these simple steps to make a call to Taiwan 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 Taiwan's country code
Dial the country code +886 for Taiwan.
Enter the local phone number
Dial the local phone number in Taiwan (typically 8-10 digits, without any leading zeros).
Complete dialing format
Full format: [exit code] 886 [local number] - For example: 00 886 612 345 678
HOW TO CALL
International Dialing Format
CallTuv Format
No apps needed • Works in browser
See rates for Taiwan →Calling Taiwan: Calling Code, Local Time & More
Calling Code
+886
Cost to Call Taiwan
~$0.24/min landline, ~$0.40/min mobile
Capital of Taiwan
Taipei
Region
Asia (Eastern Asia)
Currency of Taiwan
New Taiwan dollar ($)
Taiwan Time Zones
UTC+08:00
Current time
Your time
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Taiwan
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Taiwan is --
City & Area Codes for Taiwan
| City / Region | Area Code |
|---|---|
| Changhua | 886-4 |
| Chiayi County | 886-5 |
| Chunan | 886-37 |
| Chunghsing-Hsintsun | 886-49 |
| Chungli | 886-3 |
| Fengyuan | 886-4 |
| Hsiaying | 886-6 |
| Hualien | 886-38 |
| Kaohsiung | 886-7 |
| Keelung | 886-2 |
| Lotung | 886-39 |
| Pingtung | 886-8 |
| Taichung | 886-4 |
| Tainan | 886-6 |
| Taipei | 886-2 |
| Taitung | 886-89 |
| Taoyuan | 886-3 |
International Calling to Taiwan: FAQs
How do I call Taiwan from abroad?
To call Taiwan, dial your country's exit code, followed by the country code +886, and then the local phone number.
What is the country calling code for Taiwan?
The country calling code for Taiwan is +886. To call Taiwan from abroad, dial +886 followed by the local phone number.
How do I make cheap calls to Taiwan?
To make affordable calls to Taiwan from abroad, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +886 followed by the local number. No app download required, and calls start at ~$0.24 per minute.
How much does it cost to call Taiwan?
Calls to Taiwan cost ~$0.24 per minute to landlines and ~$0.40 per minute to mobiles with CallTuv, billed per minute with no subscription.View rates for Taiwan →
Can I use + instead of the exit code when calling Taiwan?
Yes. On mobile phones and in CallTuv, you can usually use +886. The plus sign replaces your country's international exit code.
Should I remove leading zeros from Taiwan phone numbers?
In most international dialing formats, remove the trunk prefix or leading zero before the local Taiwan number, then dial +886. If the dialer shows a formatting warning, follow the corrected format before calling.
