France Calling Code: +33
Complete guide to calling France — international dialing code, step-by-step instructions, and FAQ.
How to Call France 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 +33 — the country calling code for France
- Dial the local phone number (area code + subscriber number)
About France Calling Code
France's international dialing code is +33. This code is assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and must be dialed before the local phone number when calling France from another country. France is located in Europe.
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 France?
The international calling code for France is +33.
How do I call France from the United States?
Dial 011 (US exit code) + +33 + local phone number.
How do I call France from the United Kingdom?
Dial 00 (UK exit code) + +33 + local phone number.
Can I use the + symbol instead of the exit code?
Yes! On mobile phones you can dial ++33 directly followed by the local number. The + symbol automatically replaces your country's exit code.
How do I call within France?
If you're already in France, simply dial the local number directly. You do not need to use the country code +33 for domestic calls.
France Mobile Phone Prefixes
Mobile phone numbers in France typically use the following prefixes:
- 06 xx xx xx xx
- 07 xx xx xx xx (10-digit numbers starting with 06 or 07)
France City / Area Codes
Major cities in France and their local area codes (dial these after the country code +33 when calling from abroad):
| City | Area Code(s) |
|---|---|
| Paris | 01 |
| Marseille | 04 |
| Lyon | 04 |
| Toulouse | 05 |
| Nice | 04 |
| Bordeaux | 05 |
| Lille | 03 |
| Strasbourg | 03 |
| Nantes | 02 |
| Montpellier | 04 |
Note: Drop any leading "0" when dialing from abroad. Example: London 020 becomes +44 20 + local number.
Other Countries in Europe
Nearby countries and their calling codes: