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International Calling Code

Find the international telephone calling code for any country

Key Facts

Category
Geography
Input Types
text, select, checkbox
Output Type
json
Sample Coverage
4
API Ready
Yes

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.

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.

Examples

1. Verifying a Business Dialing Prefix

Operations Manager
Background
An operations manager needs to call a supplier in Japan but is unsure of the exact international prefix.
Problem
Avoid dialing errors by confirming the correct country code.
How to Use
Enter 'Japan' in the country field and ensure 'Include Dialing Format' is checked.
Outcome
The tool returns '+81' and the standard format for Japanese phone numbers, ensuring a successful connection.

2. Identifying an Unknown Country Code

Customer Support Representative
Background
A support agent receives a missed call from an unrecognized number starting with +33.
Problem
Identify the country of origin for the incoming call.
How to Use
Select 'Calling Code' as the search method and enter '33'.
Outcome
The tool identifies the country as France, allowing the agent to log the inquiry correctly.

Try with Samples

geography
Code Comment Samples
Sample code files with various comment styles for testing comment removal
title token code
sample
Global Postal Code Samples
Collection of postal codes from various countries for validation testing
title token code
sample
IBAN & SWIFT Code Samples
Collection of International Bank Account Numbers (IBAN) and SWIFT/BIC codes for validation testing
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sample
QR Code Samples
Sample QR code images for testing QR code reading and generation tools
title token code
sample

FAQ

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.

API Documentation

Request Endpoint

POST /en/api/tools/calling-code

Request Parameters

Parameter Name Type Required Description
country text Yes -
searchBy select No -
includeDialingFormat checkbox No -

Response Format

{
  "key": {...},
  "metadata": {
    "key": "value"
  },
  "error": "Error message (optional)",
  "message": "Notification message (optional)"
}
JSON Data: JSON Data

AI MCP Documentation

Add this tool to your MCP server configuration: 

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "elysiatools-calling-code": {
      "name": "calling-code",
      "description": "Find the international telephone calling code for any country",
      "baseUrl": "https://elysiatools.com/mcp/sse?toolId=calling-code",
      "command": "",
      "args": [],
      "env": {},
      "isActive": true,
      "type": "sse"
    }
  }
}

You can chain multiple tools, e.g.: `https://elysiatools.com/mcp/sse?toolId=png-to-webp,jpg-to-webp,gif-to-webp`, max 20 tools.

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