Brazil Calling Code: +55

Complete guide to calling Brazil — international dialing code, step-by-step instructions, and FAQ.

How to Call Brazil from Abroad

About Brazil Calling Code

Brazil's international dialing code is +55. This code is assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and must be dialed before the local phone number when calling Brazil from another country. Brazil is located in South America.

Country calling codes (also known as ISD codes or dialing codes) are telephone numbering plan prefixes defined by ITU-T standards E.123 and E.164. Each country is assigned one or more unique prefixes to facilitate international direct dialing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the calling code for Brazil?

The international calling code for Brazil is +55.

How do I call Brazil from the United States?

Dial 011 (US exit code) + +55 + local phone number.

How do I call Brazil from the United Kingdom?

Dial 00 (UK exit code) + +55 + local phone number.

Can I use the + symbol instead of the exit code?

Yes! On mobile phones you can dial ++55 directly followed by the local number. The + symbol automatically replaces your country's exit code.

How do I call within Brazil?

If you're already in Brazil, simply dial the local number directly. You do not need to use the country code +55 for domestic calls.

Brazil Mobile Phone Prefixes

Mobile phone numbers in Brazil typically use the following prefixes:

• 9xxxx-xxxx (mobile numbers have a 9 prefix + 8 digits)
• 9 + area code + number from outside Brazil

Brazil City / Area Codes

Major cities in Brazil and their local area codes (dial these after the country code +55 when calling from abroad):

City	Area Code(s)
São Paulo	11
Rio de Janeiro	21
Brasília	61
Salvador	71
Belo Horizonte	31
Fortaleza	85
Curitiba	41
Recife	81
Manaus	92
Porto Alegre	51

Note: Drop any leading "0" when dialing from abroad. Example: London 020 becomes +44 20 + local number.

Other Countries in South America

Nearby countries and their calling codes: