Guatemala Calling Code: +502
Complete guide to calling Guatemala — international dialing code, step-by-step instructions, and FAQ.
How to Call Guatemala 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 +502 — the country calling code for Guatemala
- Dial the local phone number (area code + subscriber number)
About Guatemala Calling Code
Every country has a unique international dialing prefix; for Guatemala it is +502. The ITU assigns these codes under recommendation E.164. Dial +502 after your country's exit code, then the local subscriber number. Guatemala is in North America.
The ITU-T E.164 recommendation standardizes international numbering, giving every country and territory a distinct prefix. Without the correct prefix, international calls cannot be routed to the right destination.
Where the +502 Calling Code Is Used
The country code +502 is assigned to Guatemala, located in Central America, with the capital Guatemala City. This code is part of the international telephony numbering plan and is used for all calls made to Guatemala from outside the country.
A number displayed as +502 … is in international format: +502 replaces the domestic trunk prefix. From abroad, always drop any leading 0 of the area code and dial +502 + area code + subscriber number.
Calling codes starting with 5 are part of the ITU's regional numbering plan for the area around Guatemala, in Central America. When saving Guatemala numbers internationally, write +502 followed by the area code without its leading 0 — this format works from every country.
Guatemala Phone Number Formats
Numbers in Guatemala use the standard E.164 pattern — +502, then the area code, then the subscriber number. The same layout applies to landlines and mobile phones:
📱 Number Structure
- International format: +502 [area code] [subscriber number]
- From abroad: exit code + +502 + local number (drop the trunk prefix 0)
- Within Guatemala: dial the local number directly
In most countries, domestic numbers start with a trunk prefix (often 0) that must be omitted internationally: dial your exit code, then +502, then the local number as written without its leading zero.
Time Zone in Guatemala
Guatemala runs on America/Guatemala, which is UTC-06:00 UTC. Schedule international calls accordingly — a convenient time for you may be very early or very late there.
Use the UTC offset (UTC-06:00) to plan calls to Guatemala. For most international callers, the practical rule is: schedule business-hour calls to Guatemala City during the overlap between your working day and theirs.
Daylight saving time can shift Guatemala's clock by one hour in summer. For time-critical calls, confirm the current UTC offset rather than relying on the standard value.
Emergency Numbers in Guatemala
If you need urgent help while in Guatemala, dial the local emergency numbers below. Note that these numbers are only for use inside Guatemala.
| Service | Number |
|---|---|
| Police | 911 |
| Fire | 911 |
| Ambulance | 911 |
Example: Calling Guatemala Numbers in Practice
Here is how a typical call to Guatemala works, depending on where you are calling from:
🌍 From the United States or Canada
- Dial the US/Canada exit code 011
- Dial the Guatemala country code +502
- Dial the local number (area code + subscriber number, without the trunk prefix 0)
Example: 011 +502 [area code] [number]
🌍 From the United Kingdom or Europe
- Dial the international access code 00 (or use the + symbol on mobile)
- Dial the Guatemala country code +502
- Dial the local number
Example: 00 +502 [area code] [number], or +502 [area code] [number] from any mobile phone
Leading zeros in domestic area codes are not dialed internationally. Write the number as +502 + area code (no leading 0) + subscriber number.
Calling Guatemala from Major Countries
International exit codes differ by country. Use this reference when dialing Guatemala (+502) from abroad:
| Calling From | Exit Code | Full International Dialing |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 011 | 011 502 [local number] |
| United Kingdom | 00 | 00 502 [local number] |
| Australia | 0011 | 0011 502 [local number] |
| China | 00 | 00 502 [local number] |
| Japan | 010 | 010 502 [local number] |
| India | 00 | 00 502 [local number] |
| Germany | 00 | 00 502 [local number] |
| France | 00 | 00 502 [local number] |
On mobile phones, the + symbol replaces the exit code entirely — just dial +502 followed by the local number.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the calling code for Guatemala?
The international calling code for Guatemala is +502.
How do I call Guatemala from the United States?
Dial 011 (US exit code), then +502, then the local phone number.
How do I call Guatemala from the United Kingdom?
Dial 00 (UK exit code), then +502, then the local phone number.
Can I use the + symbol instead of the exit code?
Yes! On mobile phones you can dial +502 directly followed by the local number. The + symbol automatically replaces your country's exit code.
How do I call within Guatemala?
If you're already in Guatemala, simply dial the local number directly. You do not need to use the country code +502 for domestic calls.
What is the capital of Guatemala?
The capital of Guatemala is Guatemala City. When calling the capital from abroad, dial +502 followed by the local area code (without the leading 0) and the number.
What are the emergency numbers in Guatemala?
Police: 911, Fire: 911, Ambulance: 911. These numbers are only valid inside Guatemala.
Other Countries in North America
Nearby countries and their calling codes:
Calling Guatemala from United States or Canada works the same way: dial your local exit code first, then +502, then the local number. Within North America, many callers simply use the + symbol on mobile to avoid exit-code differences.