Albania Calling Code: +355
Complete guide to calling Albania — international dialing code, step-by-step instructions, and FAQ.
How to Call Albania from Abroad
📞 Step-by-Step Dialing Guide
- Dial your country's exit code (e.g. 011 from US, 00 from most countries, + from mobile)
- Dial +355 — the country calling code for Albania
- Dial the local phone number (area code + subscriber number)
About Albania Calling Code
To reach Albania from another country, first dial the international calling code +355 — assigned by the ITU — followed by the local number. Albania is located in Europe, in Southern Europe.
Albania is known locally as Shqipëria — Tirana is the capital. When saving an international contact, write the number in full international format with +355 so it works from any country.
International calling codes follow the ITU-T standards E.123 and E.164, which define how phone numbers are written and dialed across borders. The prefix you dial after the exit code tells the global telephone network which national network to route the call to.
Where the +355 Calling Code Is Used
The country code +355 is assigned to Albania, located in Southern Europe, with the capital Tirana. This code is part of the international telephony numbering plan and is used for all calls made to Albania from outside the country.
When a number is written as +355 …, the +355 prefix directs your call to the Albania national network. After the prefix, dial the area code without its leading zero, then the subscriber number — the same pattern for landlines and mobiles.
ITU-T E.164 groups calling codes by world region; codes beginning with 3 cover the part of the world that includes Albania, in Southern Europe. Storing numbers with +355 and omitting the domestic leading zero keeps contacts dialable from anywhere.
Albania Phone Number Formats
The ITU E.164 format for Albania numbers is +355 + area code + subscriber number, used for landlines and mobiles alike. Here is the general structure:
📱 Number Structure
- International format: +355 [area code] [subscriber number]
- From abroad: exit code + +355 + local number (drop the trunk prefix 0)
- Within Albania: dial the local number directly
Numbering plans vary: closed plans use fixed-length national numbers, while open plans allow variable lengths with a trunk prefix (usually 0) that is dropped for international calls. For calls to Albania, replace the trunk zero with +355.
Time Zone in Albania
The local time in Albania follows the Europe/Tirane time zone (UTC+01:00 UTC). Check the time difference before you dial so your call arrives during waking hours.
Time differences matter when calling Albania: if it is UTC+01:00 there, a morning call from Europe may reach Tirana in the afternoon, while callers in the Americas should check the offset to avoid late-night calls.
If Albania observes daylight saving time, its UTC offset shifts by an hour twice a year. Double-check the current offset before time-sensitive calls, especially in spring and autumn.
Emergency Numbers in Albania
If you need urgent help while in Albania, dial the local emergency numbers below. Note that these numbers are only for use inside Albania.
| Service | Number |
|---|---|
| Police | 129 |
| Fire | 128 |
| Ambulance | 127 |
Example: Calling Albania Numbers in Practice
Here is how a typical call to Albania works, depending on where you are calling from:
🌍 From the United States or Canada
- Dial the US/Canada exit code 011
- Dial the Albania country code +355
- Dial the local number (area code + subscriber number, without the trunk prefix 0)
Example: 011 +355 [area code] [number]
🌍 From the United Kingdom or Europe
- Dial the international access code 00 (or use the + symbol on mobile)
- Dial the Albania country code +355
- Dial the local number
Example: 00 +355 [area code] [number], or +355 [area code] [number] from any mobile phone
If the local number begins with a trunk prefix (commonly 0), remove it when dialing internationally — +355 takes its place. The remaining digits are dialed exactly as written.
Calling Albania from Major Countries
International exit codes differ by country. Use this reference when dialing Albania (+355) from abroad:
| Calling From | Exit Code | Full International Dialing |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 011 | 011 355 [local number] |
| United Kingdom | 00 | 00 355 [local number] |
| Australia | 0011 | 0011 355 [local number] |
| China | 00 | 00 355 [local number] |
| Japan | 010 | 010 355 [local number] |
| India | 00 | 00 355 [local number] |
| Germany | 00 | 00 355 [local number] |
| France | 00 | 00 355 [local number] |
On mobile phones, the + symbol replaces the exit code entirely — just dial +355 followed by the local number.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the calling code for Albania?
The international calling code for Albania is +355.
How do I call Albania from the United States?
Dial 011 (US exit code), then +355, then the local phone number.
How do I call Albania from the United Kingdom?
Dial 00 (UK exit code), then +355, then the local phone number.
Can I use the + symbol instead of the exit code?
Yes! On mobile phones you can dial +355 directly followed by the local number. The + symbol automatically replaces your country's exit code.
How do I call within Albania?
If you're already in Albania, simply dial the local number directly. You do not need to use the country code +355 for domestic calls.
What is the capital of Albania?
The capital of Albania is Tirana. When calling the capital from abroad, dial +355 followed by the local area code (without the leading 0) and the number.
What are the emergency numbers in Albania?
Police: 129, Fire: 128, Ambulance: 127. These numbers are only valid inside Albania.
Other Countries in Europe
Nearby countries and their calling codes:
Calling Albania from Russia or Greece works the same way: dial your local exit code first, then +355, then the local number. Within Europe, many callers simply use the + symbol on mobile to avoid exit-code differences.