Italy country code (+39) — formats & examples
Use +39 to call Italy. See number formats, common mistakes, and plan the best time to call.
Dialing information
- Country code+39
- LanguagesItalian, English
- Time zonesEurope/Rome
- Phonecall rate$0.03/min
Landline $0.03/minMobile $0.10/min
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Call Italy nowCalling format
- Country code+39
- Mobile format pattern+39 XXX XXX XXXX
- Landline format pattern+39 XX XXXX XXXX
- NotesOmit leading 0 when using country code; include area code where applicable.
Valid number patterns
Valid mobile number pattern
+39 XXX XXX XXXX
e.g. +39 312 345 6789
Valid landline number pattern
+39 XX XXXX XXXX
Common dialing mistakes for Italy
- Forgetting to dial +39 before the local number - international calls to Italy require the country code.
- Keeping the leading zero when dialing from abroad - drop the leading 0 after the country code +39.
- Mixing up mobile and landline formats - Italy numbers differ in length and structure; check the pattern before dialing.
- Calling without checking local time - Italy spans multiple time zones; confirm the recipient's local time.
- Omitting the country code when calling from another country - always use +39 for Italy.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about calling Italy with the +39 country code.
- Which time zones does Italy use?
- Italy has the following time zones: Europe/Rome. Make sure to check local time before placing your call.
- Do I need to install an app to call Italy?
- No app download is necessary. You can call numbers in Italy directly from your browser using Phonecall. Just enter the Italy phone number (+39) to get started.
- What is an example of a mobile or landline number in Italy?
- A typical mobile number format is: +39 123456789. A landline number might look like: +39 12345678. Omit any leading 0.
- How much does it cost to call Italy?
- Calling Italy with Phonecall starts from $0.03/min for landlines and $0.10/min for mobile numbers. We show the rate before you dial.
- What is the calling code for Italy?
- The calling code for Italy is +39. To call, start with the international access code, then dial +39 followed by the local number.
- What languages are spoken in Italy?
- In Italy, the main languages spoken are Italian, English.
Call planning
Check local time in Italy and your location so you call at a good time.
Time zones in Italy
Europe/Rome
Best times to call are typically 9 AM – 5 PM local time in Italy. Avoid calling during early morning (before 8 AM) or late evening (after 9 PM) local time.