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Israel country code: +972
- Exit code from Israel: 00 (or a carrier code such as 012, 013, 014)
- Time zone: IST/IDT (UTC+2/+3)
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What is the country code for Israel?
The country code for Israel is +972. To call Israel from the United States, dial 011 972 followed by the local number with its leading 0 removed. From a mobile, dial +972 directly. A Israel number in full international format looks like +972 50 123 4567.
Israel at a glance
- Country calling code
- +972
- ISO country code
- IL
- Exit code (dialling out of Israel)
- 00 (or a carrier code such as 012, 013, 014)
- The prefix people in this country dial to reach another country.
- National trunk prefix
- 0
- Drop the 0 when dialling from abroad.
- Number length
- 8 or 9 digits after the trunk 0
- Time zone
- IST/IDT (UTC+2/+3)
Dialing
How to call Israel: step by step
The full sequence is: exit code + 972 + 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 972
972 is the country calling code for Israel. 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 Israel start with a 0. That is a national trunk prefix, not part of the number; remove it when dialling from abroad. 3 123 4567 is what you dial after +972. - 4
Check the time first
Israel is on IST/IDT (UTC+2/+3). Business calls placed outside local working hours are the most common reason an international call goes unanswered.
Worth knowing
The Israeli working week runs Sunday to Thursday; Friday afternoon and Saturday are the weekend.
Number format
What a Israel phone number looks like
The examples below are format patterns showing digit grouping. They are not working numbers.
| Type | Format | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Landline | +972 X XXX XXXX | +972 3 123 4567 |
| Mobile | +972 5X XXX XXXX | +972 50 123 4567 |
City codes
Israel area and city codes
Written domestically these carry a leading 0. Drop it when dialling from abroad.
| City / region | Code | Dial from abroad |
|---|---|---|
| Tel Aviv | 03 | +972 3 |
| Jerusalem | 02 | +972 2 |
| Haifa | 04 | +972 4 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the country code for Israel?
The country code for Israel is +972. Written in full international (E.164) format, a Israel number looks like +972 50 123 4567.
How do I call Israel from the United States?
Dial 011, then 972, then the local number with its leading 0 removed. From a mobile you can dial +972 directly instead of 011.
How many digits is a Israel phone number?
8 or 9 digits after the trunk 0. Written internationally it becomes +972 followed by that national number.
Do I keep the 0 when calling Israel from abroad?
No. The leading 0 is a domestic trunk prefix. Dial +972 followed by the number with the 0 removed. Including it is the single most common reason calls to Israel fail.
What time is it in Israel?
Israel is on IST/IDT (UTC+2/+3). 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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