Russia Calling Code: +7
Complete guide to calling Russia — international dialing code, step-by-step instructions, and FAQ.
How to Call Russia 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 +7 — the country calling code for Russia
- Dial the local phone number (area code + subscriber number)
About Russia Calling Code
Russia's international dialing code is +7. This code is assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and must be dialed before the local phone number when calling Russia from another country. Russia 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 Russia?
The international calling code for Russia is +7.
How do I call Russia from the United States?
Dial 011 (US exit code) + +7 + local phone number.
How do I call Russia from the United Kingdom?
Dial 00 (UK exit code) + +7 + local phone number.
Can I use the + symbol instead of the exit code?
Yes! On mobile phones you can dial ++7 directly followed by the local number. The + symbol automatically replaces your country's exit code.
How do I call within Russia?
If you're already in Russia, simply dial the local number directly. You do not need to use the country code +7 for domestic calls.
Russia Mobile Phone Prefixes
Mobile phone numbers in Russia typically use the following prefixes:
- 9xx (most mobile numbers, e.g., 916, 926, 903, 905)
Russia City / Area Codes
Major cities in Russia and their local area codes (dial these after the country code +7 when calling from abroad):
| City | Area Code(s) |
|---|---|
| Moscow | 495, 499 |
| Saint Petersburg | 812 |
| Novosibirsk | 383 |
| Yekaterinburg | 343 |
| Kazan | 843 |
| Nizhny Novgorod | 831 |
| Sochi | 862 |
| Vladivostok | 423 |
| Kaliningrad | 4012 |
| Samara | 846 |
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: