Serbia Calling Code: +381
Complete guide to calling Serbia β international dialing code, step-by-step instructions, and FAQ.
How to Call Serbia from Abroad
π Step-by-Step Dialing Guide
- Dial your country's exit code (e.g. 011 from US, 00 from most countries, + from mobile)
- Dial +381 β the country calling code for Serbia
- Dial the local phone number (area code + subscriber number)
About Serbia Calling Code
Every country has a unique international dialing prefix; for Serbia it is +381. The ITU assigns these codes under recommendation E.164. Dial +381 after your country's exit code, then the local subscriber number. Serbia is in Europe.
Serbia is known locally as Π‘ΡΠ±ΠΈΡΠ° β Belgrade is the capital. When saving an international contact, write the number in full international format with +381 so it works from any country.
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 +381 Calling Code Is Used
The country code +381 is assigned to Serbia, located in Southern Europe, with the capital Belgrade. This code is part of the international telephony numbering plan and is used for all calls made to Serbia from outside the country.
A number displayed as +381 β¦ is in international format: +381 replaces the domestic trunk prefix. From abroad, always drop any leading 0 of the area code and dial +381 + area code + subscriber number.
Calling codes starting with 3 are part of the ITU's regional numbering plan for the area around Serbia, in Southern Europe. When saving Serbia numbers internationally, write +381 followed by the area code without its leading 0 β this format works from every country.
Serbia Phone Number Formats
Numbers in Serbia use the standard E.164 pattern β +381, then the area code, then the subscriber number. The same layout applies to landlines and mobile phones:
π± Number Structure
- International format: +381 [area code] [subscriber number]
- From abroad: exit code + +381 + local number (drop the trunk prefix 0)
- Within Serbia: 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 +381, then the local number as written without its leading zero.
Time Zone in Serbia
Serbia runs on Europe/Belgrade, which is UTC+01:00 UTC. Schedule international calls accordingly β a convenient time for you may be very early or very late there.
Use the UTC offset (UTC+01:00) to plan calls to Serbia. For most international callers, the practical rule is: schedule business-hour calls to Belgrade during the overlap between your working day and theirs.
Daylight saving time can shift Serbia'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 Serbia
If you need urgent help while in Serbia, dial the local emergency numbers below. Note that these numbers are only for use inside Serbia.
| Service | Number |
|---|---|
| Police | 192 or 112 |
| Fire | 193 |
| Ambulance | 194 |
Example: Calling Serbia Numbers in Practice
Here is how a typical call to Serbia works, depending on where you are calling from:
π From the United States or Canada
- Dial the US/Canada exit code 011
- Dial the Serbia country code +381
- Dial the local number (area code + subscriber number, without the trunk prefix 0)
Example: 011 +381 [area code] [number]
π From the United Kingdom or Europe
- Dial the international access code 00 (or use the + symbol on mobile)
- Dial the Serbia country code +381
- Dial the local number
Example: 00 +381 [area code] [number], or +381 [area code] [number] from any mobile phone
Leading zeros in domestic area codes are not dialed internationally. Write the number as +381 + area code (no leading 0) + subscriber number.
Calling Serbia from Major Countries
International exit codes differ by country. Use this reference when dialing Serbia (+381) from abroad:
| Calling From | Exit Code | Full International Dialing |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 011 | 011 381 [local number] |
| United Kingdom | 00 | 00 381 [local number] |
| Australia | 0011 | 0011 381 [local number] |
| China | 00 | 00 381 [local number] |
| Japan | 010 | 010 381 [local number] |
| India | 00 | 00 381 [local number] |
| Germany | 00 | 00 381 [local number] |
| France | 00 | 00 381 [local number] |
On mobile phones, the + symbol replaces the exit code entirely β just dial +381 followed by the local number.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the calling code for Serbia?
The international calling code for Serbia is +381.
How do I call Serbia from the United States?
Dial 011 (US exit code), then +381, then the local phone number.
How do I call Serbia from the United Kingdom?
Dial 00 (UK exit code), then +381, then the local phone number.
Can I use the + symbol instead of the exit code?
Yes! On mobile phones you can dial +381 directly followed by the local number. The + symbol automatically replaces your country's exit code.
How do I call within Serbia?
If you're already in Serbia, simply dial the local number directly. You do not need to use the country code +381 for domestic calls.
What is the capital of Serbia?
The capital of Serbia is Belgrade. When calling the capital from abroad, dial +381 followed by the local area code (without the leading 0) and the number.
What are the emergency numbers in Serbia?
Police: 192 or 112, Fire: 193, Ambulance: 194. These numbers are only valid inside Serbia.
Other Countries in Europe
Nearby countries and their calling codes:
Calling Serbia from Russia or Greece works the same way: dial your local exit code first, then +381, then the local number. Within Europe, many callers simply use the + symbol on mobile to avoid exit-code differences.