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Ireland country code: +353
- Exit code from Ireland: 00
- Time zone: GMT/IST (UTC+0/+1)
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What is the country code for Ireland?
The country code for Ireland is +353. To call Ireland from the United States, dial 011 353 followed by the local number with its leading 0 removed. From a mobile, dial +353 directly. A Ireland number in full international format looks like +353 85 123 4567.
Ireland at a glance
- Country calling code
- +353
- ISO country code
- IE
- Exit code (dialling out of Ireland)
- 00
- The prefix people in this country dial to reach another country.
- National trunk prefix
- 0
- Drop the 0 when dialling from abroad.
- Number length
- 7 to 9 digits after the trunk 0
- Time zone
- GMT/IST (UTC+0/+1)
Dialing
How to call Ireland: step by step
The full sequence is: exit code + 353 + local number (minus the leading 0).
- 1
Dial your exit code
From the United States and Canada that is 011. From most of Europe, Asia, and Africa it is 00. On any mobile you can simply press and hold 0 to get a + instead, which works from anywhere. - 2
Dial 353
353 is the country calling code for Ireland. It never changes and it is the same from every country in the world. - 3
Drop the leading 0
Numbers written for domestic use in Ireland start with a 0. That is a national trunk prefix, not part of the number; remove it when dialling from abroad. 1 234 5678 is what you dial after +353. - 4
Check the time first
Ireland is on GMT/IST (UTC+0/+1). Business calls placed outside local working hours are the most common reason an international call goes unanswered.
Number format
What a Ireland phone number looks like
The examples below are format patterns showing digit grouping. They are not working numbers.
| Type | Format | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Landline | +353 1 XXX XXXX | +353 1 234 5678 |
| Mobile | +353 8X XXX XXXX | +353 85 123 4567 |
City codes
Ireland area and city codes
Written domestically these carry a leading 0. Drop it when dialling from abroad.
| City / region | Code | Dial from abroad |
|---|---|---|
| Dublin | 01 | +353 1 |
| Cork | 021 | +353 21 |
| Galway | 091 | +353 91 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the country code for Ireland?
The country code for Ireland is +353. Written in full international (E.164) format, a Ireland number looks like +353 85 123 4567.
How do I call Ireland from the United States?
Dial 011, then 353, then the local number with its leading 0 removed. From a mobile you can dial +353 directly instead of 011.
How many digits is a Ireland phone number?
7 to 9 digits after the trunk 0. Written internationally it becomes +353 followed by that national number.
Do I keep the 0 when calling Ireland from abroad?
No. The leading 0 is a domestic trunk prefix. Dial +353 followed by the number with the 0 removed. Including it is the single most common reason calls to Ireland fail.
What time is it in Ireland?
Ireland is on GMT/IST (UTC+0/+1). Check the local time before calling; the safe business window is roughly 9am to 5pm local.
Sources
- ITU-T Recommendation E.164 — The international public telecommunication numbering plan — International Telecommunication UnionThe international number format, the 15-digit maximum, and how country codes and national numbers compose.
- ITU-T International Numbering Resources — International Telecommunication UnionThe assignment of country calling codes and the published national numbering plans they belong to.
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