Romania country code (+40) — formats & examples
Use +40 to call Romania. See number formats, common mistakes, and plan the best time to call.
Dialing information
- Country code+40
- LanguagesRomanian, English
- Time zonesEurope/Bucharest
- Phonecall rate$0.02/min
Landline $0.02/minMobile $0.06/min
Call Romania from your browser at low rates. No app or SIM required.
Place a callCalling format
- Country code+40
- Mobile format pattern+40 XXX XXX XXX
- Landline format pattern+40 XX XXXX XXXX
- NotesOmit leading 0 when using country code; include area code where applicable.
Valid number patterns
Valid mobile number pattern
+40 XXX XXX XXX
e.g. +40 712 034 567
Valid landline number pattern
+40 XX XXXX XXXX
Common dialing mistakes for Romania
- Forgetting to dial +40 before the local number - international calls to Romania require the country code.
- Keeping the leading zero when dialing from abroad - drop the leading 0 after the country code +40.
- Mixing up mobile and landline formats - Romania numbers differ in length and structure; check the pattern before dialing.
- Calling without checking local time - Romania spans multiple time zones; confirm the recipient's local time.
- Omitting the country code when calling from another country - always use +40 for Romania.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about calling Romania with the +40 country code.
- What is the calling code for Romania?
- The calling code for Romania is +40. To call, start with the international access code, then dial +40 followed by the local number.
- What languages are spoken in Romania?
- In Romania, the main languages spoken are Romanian, English.
- Which time zones does Romania use?
- Romania has the following time zones: Europe/Bucharest. Make sure to check local time before placing your call.
- Do I need to install an app to call Romania?
- No app download is necessary. You can call numbers in Romania directly from your browser using Phonecall. Just enter the Romania phone number (+40) to get started.
- What is an example of a mobile or landline number in Romania?
- A typical mobile number format is: +40 123456789. A landline number might look like: +40 12345678. Omit any leading 0.
- Are there any special tips for calling Romania internationally?
- Remember to take into account the time zones in Romania, and the fact that primary languages are Romanian, English. Dial +40 before the local number.
Call planning
Check local time in Romania and your location so you call at a good time.
Time zones in Romania
Europe/Bucharest
Best times to call are typically 9 AM – 5 PM local time in Romania. Avoid calling during early morning (before 8 AM) or late evening (after 9 PM) local time.