China Calling Code: +86

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

How to Call China from Abroad

About China Calling Code

China's international dialing code is +86. This code is assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and must be dialed before the local phone number when calling China from another country. China is located in Asia.

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 China?

The international calling code for China is +86.

How do I call China from the United States?

Dial 011 (US exit code) + +86 + local phone number.

How do I call China from the United Kingdom?

Dial 00 (UK exit code) + +86 + local phone number.

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

Yes! On mobile phones you can dial ++86 directly followed by the local number. The + symbol automatically replaces your country's exit code.

How do I call within China?

If you're already in China, simply dial the local number directly. You do not need to use the country code +86 for domestic calls.

China Mobile Phone Prefixes

Mobile phone numbers in China typically use the following prefixes:

• 13x
• 14x
• 15x
• 16x
• 17x
• 18x
• 19x (all 11-digit mobile numbers)

China City / Area Codes

Major cities in China and their local area codes (dial these after the country code +86 when calling from abroad):

City	Area Code(s)
Beijing	010
Shanghai	021
Guangzhou	020
Shenzhen	0755
Chengdu	028
Wuhan	027
Hangzhou	0571
Nanjing	025
Tianjin	022
Chongqing	023

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

Other Countries in Asia

Nearby countries and their calling codes: