The Ultimate Guide to Making International Calls from Egypt

Calling Egypt from Abroad

Calling Egypt from abroad is a straightforward process. You will need to know the country code for Egypt (20) and the area code for the city or region you are calling. To dial a number in Egypt from the United States, follow these steps⁚

  1. Dial 011, the U.S. exit code.
  2. Dial 20, the country code for Egypt.
  3. Dial the area code (1 digit, please see a sample calling code list below).
  4. Dial the phone number (seven digits).

If you are calling from a country other than the United States, you will need to use the exit code for your country instead of 011. For example, from the United Kingdom, you would dial 00 instead of 011.

To call a mobile phone in Egypt, dial the USA exit code along with the country code for Egypt and 10 digits, the first being 1⁚ 011 20 1?? ??? ????

When calling Egypt from abroad, it is important to note that you should not dial any leading 0 listed in the Egyptian phone number.

For more information on calling Egypt from specific countries, please refer to the following resources⁚

With a little preparation, you can confidently call Egypt. Remember your exit code, Egypt country code 20, and find the right area code. Explore our resources for seamless international communication.

International Dialing Format

To make an international call to Egypt, you need to follow a specific dialing format. Here's the general structure⁚

Exit Code + Country Code + Area Code + Phone Number

The Exit Code is the number you dial first to access the international calling network. This varies depending on your location. For example, in the United States, the Exit Code is 011. In the United Kingdom, it's 00.

The Country Code for Egypt is 20. The Area Code is a specific number for a particular city or region within Egypt. The Phone Number is the local number you are trying to reach.

Area Codes

Egypt uses a system of area codes to distinguish between different regions within the country. These area codes are typically one to three digits long and are dialed after the country code. Here are some common area codes in Egypt⁚

  • Cairo⁚ 2
  • Alexandria⁚ 3
  • Giza⁚ 2
  • Port Said⁚ 66
  • Suez⁚64

You can find a more comprehensive list of area codes for Egypt online or by consulting a phone directory.

Calling from the United States

To call Egypt from the United States, follow these simple steps⁚

  1. Dial 011, the U.S. exit code, which connects you to the international calling network.
  2. Dial 20, the country code for Egypt.
  3. Dial the area code for the city or region you're calling. For example, Cairo's area code is 2.
  4. Dial the phone number. This will be a 7-digit local number.

For example, to call a number in Cairo with the local number 1234567, you would dial 011 20 2 1234567.

Remember, you should not dial any leading 0s that appear in the Egyptian phone number.

Calling from Other Countries

Calling Egypt from countries outside the United States follows a similar format. The key difference lies in the exit code you dial first. Here's a breakdown⁚

  • United Kingdom, Ireland, New Zealand⁚ Dial 00 as the exit code.
  • Australia⁚ Dial 0011 as the exit code.

After the exit code, you'll follow the same sequence⁚ country code (20), area code, and phone number.

For instance, to call a number in Alexandria (area code 3) from the United Kingdom, you would dial⁚ 00 20 3 [phone number].

Remember to check the specific exit code for your country before making an international call to Egypt.

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