Bosnia and Herzegovina Calling Code: +387
Complete guide to calling Bosnia and Herzegovina — international dialing code, step-by-step instructions, and FAQ.
How to Call Bosnia and Herzegovina 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 +387 — the country calling code for Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Dial the local phone number (area code + subscriber number)
About Bosnia and Herzegovina Calling Code
To reach Bosnia and Herzegovina from another country, first dial the international calling code +387 — assigned by the ITU — followed by the local number. Bosnia and Herzegovina is located in Europe, in Southern Europe.
Bosnia and Herzegovina is known locally as Bosna i Hercegovina — Sarajevo is the capital. When saving an international contact, write the number in full international format with +387 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 +387 Calling Code Is Used
The country code +387 is assigned to Bosnia and Herzegovina, located in Southern Europe, with the capital Sarajevo. This code is part of the international telephony numbering plan and is used for all calls made to Bosnia and Herzegovina from outside the country.
When a number is written as +387 …, the +387 prefix directs your call to the Bosnia and Herzegovina 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 Bosnia and Herzegovina, in Southern Europe. Storing numbers with +387 and omitting the domestic leading zero keeps contacts dialable from anywhere.
Bosnia and Herzegovina Phone Number Formats
The ITU E.164 format for Bosnia and Herzegovina numbers is +387 + area code + subscriber number, used for landlines and mobiles alike. Here is the general structure:
📱 Number Structure
- International format: +387 [area code] [subscriber number]
- From abroad: exit code + +387 + local number (drop the trunk prefix 0)
- Within Bosnia and Herzegovina: 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 Bosnia and Herzegovina, replace the trunk zero with +387.
Time Zone in Bosnia and Herzegovina
The local time in Bosnia and Herzegovina follows the Europe/Sarajevo 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 Bosnia and Herzegovina: if it is UTC+01:00 there, a morning call from Europe may reach Sarajevo in the afternoon, while callers in the Americas should check the offset to avoid late-night calls.
If Bosnia and Herzegovina 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 Bosnia and Herzegovina
If you need urgent help while in Bosnia and Herzegovina, dial the local emergency numbers below. Note that these numbers are only for use inside Bosnia and Herzegovina.
| Service | Number |
|---|---|
| Police | 122 |
| Fire | 123 |
| Ambulance | 124 |
Example: Calling Bosnia and Herzegovina Numbers in Practice
Here is how a typical call to Bosnia and Herzegovina works, depending on where you are calling from:
🌍 From the United States or Canada
- Dial the US/Canada exit code 011
- Dial the Bosnia and Herzegovina country code +387
- Dial the local number (area code + subscriber number, without the trunk prefix 0)
Example: 011 +387 [area code] [number]
🌍 From the United Kingdom or Europe
- Dial the international access code 00 (or use the + symbol on mobile)
- Dial the Bosnia and Herzegovina country code +387
- Dial the local number
Example: 00 +387 [area code] [number], or +387 [area code] [number] from any mobile phone
If the local number begins with a trunk prefix (commonly 0), remove it when dialing internationally — +387 takes its place. The remaining digits are dialed exactly as written.
Calling Bosnia and Herzegovina from Major Countries
International exit codes differ by country. Use this reference when dialing Bosnia and Herzegovina (+387) from abroad:
| Calling From | Exit Code | Full International Dialing |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 011 | 011 387 [local number] |
| United Kingdom | 00 | 00 387 [local number] |
| Australia | 0011 | 0011 387 [local number] |
| China | 00 | 00 387 [local number] |
| Japan | 010 | 010 387 [local number] |
| India | 00 | 00 387 [local number] |
| Germany | 00 | 00 387 [local number] |
| France | 00 | 00 387 [local number] |
On mobile phones, the + symbol replaces the exit code entirely — just dial +387 followed by the local number.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the calling code for Bosnia and Herzegovina?
The international calling code for Bosnia and Herzegovina is +387.
How do I call Bosnia and Herzegovina from the United States?
Dial 011 (US exit code), then +387, then the local phone number.
How do I call Bosnia and Herzegovina from the United Kingdom?
Dial 00 (UK exit code), then +387, then the local phone number.
Can I use the + symbol instead of the exit code?
Yes! On mobile phones you can dial +387 directly followed by the local number. The + symbol automatically replaces your country's exit code.
How do I call within Bosnia and Herzegovina?
If you're already in Bosnia and Herzegovina, simply dial the local number directly. You do not need to use the country code +387 for domestic calls.
What is the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina?
The capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina is Sarajevo. When calling the capital from abroad, dial +387 followed by the local area code (without the leading 0) and the number.
What are the emergency numbers in Bosnia and Herzegovina?
Police: 122, Fire: 123, Ambulance: 124. These numbers are only valid inside Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Other Countries in Europe
Nearby countries and their calling codes:
Calling Bosnia and Herzegovina from Russia or Greece works the same way: dial your local exit code first, then +387, then the local number. Within Europe, many callers simply use the + symbol on mobile to avoid exit-code differences.