# International Calling Code

Find the international telephone calling code for any country

> Canonical page: https://elysiatools.com/en/tools/calling-code

- **Category:** Geography

- **Keywords:** calling code, phone code, dialing code, international, telephone, country code

## Overview

Quickly identify international telephone calling codes for any country worldwide. This utility provides accurate dialing prefixes, ISO codes, and standard formatting to ensure your international communications are connected correctly.

## Inputs

- **Country** (text): Enter country name or code (e.g., China, US, +86)
- **Search By** (select)
- **Include Dialing Format** (checkbox)

## When to use

- When you need to verify the correct dialing prefix before making an international call.
- When you are updating a contact database with standardized international phone formats.
- When you need to identify a country based on an unknown incoming international calling code.

## How it works

- Enter the country name, ISO code, or the numeric calling code into the search field.
- Select your preferred search method to refine the lookup results.
- Toggle the dialing format option to view the standard structure for international numbers.
- Retrieve the accurate calling code and formatting details instantly.

## Use cases

- Verifying dialing prefixes for international business travel and logistics.
- Standardizing customer phone number formats in CRM systems.
- Identifying the origin of international calls by their country prefix.

## Frequently asked questions

### Can I search using an ISO code?

Yes, you can select 'ISO Code' in the search options to find the corresponding calling code.

### Does this tool provide local area codes?

No, this tool provides the international country calling code (e.g., +44 for the UK), not specific city or regional area codes.

### What does the 'Include Dialing Format' option do?

It displays the standard way to write a phone number for that country, including the necessary prefix and spacing.

### Is the information updated regularly?

Yes, the database is maintained to reflect current international telecommunication standards.

### Can I search by the calling code itself?

Yes, select 'Calling Code' as your search method to identify which country a specific prefix belongs to.

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