Hungary country code (+36) — formats & examples
Use +36 to call Hungary. See number formats, common mistakes, and plan the best time to call.
Dialing information
- Country code+36
- LanguagesHungarian, English
- Time zonesEurope/Budapest
- Phonecall rate$0.17/min
Landline $0.17/minMobile $0.23/min
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Call Hungary nowCalling format
- Country code+36
- Mobile format pattern+36 XX XXX XXXX
- Landline format pattern+36 XX XXXX XXXX
- NotesOmit leading 0 when using country code; include area code where applicable.
Valid number patterns
Valid mobile number pattern
+36 XX XXX XXXX
e.g. +36 20 123 4567
Valid landline number pattern
+36 XX XXXX XXXX
Common dialing mistakes for Hungary
- Forgetting to dial +36 before the local number - international calls to Hungary require the country code.
- Keeping the leading zero when dialing from abroad - drop the leading 0 after the country code +36.
- Mixing up mobile and landline formats - Hungary numbers differ in length and structure; check the pattern before dialing.
- Calling without checking local time - Hungary spans multiple time zones; confirm the recipient's local time.
- Omitting the country code when calling from another country - always use +36 for Hungary.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about calling Hungary with the +36 country code.
- Which time zones does Hungary use?
- Hungary has the following time zones: Europe/Budapest. Make sure to check local time before placing your call.
- Do I need to install an app to call Hungary?
- No app download is necessary. You can call numbers in Hungary directly from your browser using Phonecall. Just enter the Hungary phone number (+36) to get started.
- What is an example of a mobile or landline number in Hungary?
- A typical mobile number format is: +36 123456789. A landline number might look like: +36 12345678. Omit any leading 0.
- How much does it cost to call Hungary?
- Calling Hungary with Phonecall starts from $0.17/min for landlines and $0.23/min for mobile numbers. We show the rate before you dial.
- What is the calling code for Hungary?
- The calling code for Hungary is +36. To call, start with the international access code, then dial +36 followed by the local number.
- What languages are spoken in Hungary?
- In Hungary, the main languages spoken are Hungarian, English.
Call planning
Check local time in Hungary and your location so you call at a good time.
Time zones in Hungary
Europe/Budapest
Best times to call are typically 9 AM – 5 PM local time in Hungary. Avoid calling during early morning (before 8 AM) or late evening (after 9 PM) local time.