Spain Calling Code: +34

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

How to Call Spain from Abroad

About Spain Calling Code

To reach Spain from another country, first dial the international calling code +34 — assigned by the ITU — followed by the local number. Spain is located in Europe, in Southern Europe.

Spain is known locally as España — Madrid is the capital. When saving an international contact, write the number in full international format with +34 so it works from any country.

International calling codes follow the ITU-T standards E.123 and E.164, which define how phone numbers are written and dialed across borders. The prefix you dial after the exit code tells the global telephone network which national network to route the call to.

Where the +34 Calling Code Is Used

The country code +34 is assigned to Spain, located in Southern Europe, with the capital Madrid. This code is part of the international telephony numbering plan and is used for all calls made to Spain from outside the country.

When a number is written as +34 …, the +34 prefix directs your call to the Spain national network. After the prefix, dial the area code without its leading zero, then the subscriber number — the same pattern for landlines and mobiles.

ITU-T E.164 groups calling codes by world region; codes beginning with 3 cover the part of the world that includes Spain, in Southern Europe. Storing numbers with +34 and omitting the domestic leading zero keeps contacts dialable from anywhere.

Spain Phone Number Formats

The ITU E.164 format for Spain numbers is +34 + area code + subscriber number, used for landlines and mobiles alike. Here is the general structure:

Numbering plans vary: closed plans use fixed-length national numbers, while open plans allow variable lengths with a trunk prefix (usually 0) that is dropped for international calls. For calls to Spain, replace the trunk zero with +34.

Time Zone in Spain

The local time in Spain follows the Europe/Madrid time zone (UTC+01:00 UTC). Check the time difference before you dial so your call arrives during waking hours.

Time differences matter when calling Spain: if it is UTC+01:00 there, a morning call from Europe may reach Madrid in the afternoon, while callers in the Americas should check the offset to avoid late-night calls.

If Spain observes daylight saving time, its UTC offset shifts by an hour twice a year. Double-check the current offset before time-sensitive calls, especially in spring and autumn.

Emergency Numbers in Spain

If you need urgent help while in Spain, dial the local emergency numbers below. Note that these numbers are only for use inside Spain.

Service	Number
Police	112
Fire	112
Ambulance	112

Example: Calling Spain Numbers in Practice

Here is how a typical call to Spain works, depending on where you are calling from:

If the local number begins with a trunk prefix (commonly 0), remove it when dialing internationally — +34 takes its place. The remaining digits are dialed exactly as written.

Calling Spain from Major Countries

International exit codes differ by country. Use this reference when dialing Spain (+34) from abroad:

Calling From	Exit Code	Full International Dialing
United States	011	011 34 [local number]
United Kingdom	00	00 34 [local number]
Australia	0011	0011 34 [local number]
China	00	00 34 [local number]
Japan	010	010 34 [local number]
India	00	00 34 [local number]
Germany	00	00 34 [local number]
France	00	00 34 [local number]

On mobile phones, the + symbol replaces the exit code entirely — just dial +34 followed by the local number.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the calling code for Spain?

The international calling code for Spain is +34.

How do I call Spain from the United States?

Dial 011 (US exit code), then +34, then the local phone number.

How do I call Spain from the United Kingdom?

Dial 00 (UK exit code), then +34, then the local phone number.

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

Yes! On mobile phones you can dial +34 directly followed by the local number. The + symbol automatically replaces your country's exit code.

How do I call within Spain?

If you're already in Spain, simply dial the local number directly. You do not need to use the country code +34 for domestic calls.

What is the capital of Spain?

The capital of Spain is Madrid. When calling the capital from abroad, dial +34 followed by the local area code (without the leading 0) and the number.

What are the emergency numbers in Spain?

Police: 112, Fire: 112, Ambulance: 112. These numbers are only valid inside Spain.

Spain Mobile Phone Prefixes

Mobile phone numbers in Spain typically use the following prefixes:

• 6xx xxx xxx
• 7xx xxx xxx (9-digit mobile numbers starting with 6 or 7)

Spain City / Area Codes

Major cities in Spain and their local area codes (dial these after the country code +34 when calling from abroad):

City	Area Code(s)
Madrid	91
Barcelona	93
Valencia	96
Seville	95
Bilbao	94
Malaga	95
Zaragoza	976
Palma de Mallorca	971
Granada	958
Alicante	965

Note: Drop any leading "0" when dialing from abroad. Example: Madrid 91 becomes +34 91 + local number.

Other Countries in Europe

Nearby countries and their calling codes:

Calling Spain from Russia or Greece works the same way: dial your local exit code first, then +34, then the local number. Within Europe, many callers simply use the + symbol on mobile to avoid exit-code differences.