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Russia country code: +7
- Exit code from Russia: 8 then 10 (or 00 from most mobiles)
- Time zone: MSK (UTC+3, no DST)
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What is the country code for Russia?
The country code for Russia is +7. To call Russia from the United States, dial 011 7 followed by the local number with its leading 8 removed. From a mobile, dial +7 directly. A Russia number in full international format looks like +7 912 345 67 89.
Russia at a glance
- Country calling code
- +7
- ISO country code
- RU
- Exit code (dialling out of Russia)
- 8 then 10 (or 00 from most mobiles)
- The prefix people in this country dial to reach another country.
- National trunk prefix
- 8
- Drop the 8 when dialling from abroad.
- Number length
- 10 digits after the trunk 8
- Time zone
- MSK (UTC+3, no DST)
Dialing
How to call Russia: step by step
The full sequence is: exit code + 7 + local number (minus the leading 8).
- 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 7
7 is the country calling code for Russia. It never changes and it is the same from every country in the world. - 3
Drop the leading 8
Numbers written for domestic use in Russia start with a 8. That is a national trunk prefix, not part of the number; remove it when dialling from abroad. 495 123 45 67 is what you dial after +7. - 4
Check the time first
Russia is on MSK (UTC+3, no DST). Business calls placed outside local working hours are the most common reason an international call goes unanswered.
Worth knowing
Russia uses 8 as the trunk prefix rather than 0, and Russian mobiles all start +7 9. Kazakhstan shares the +7 code.
Number format
What a Russia phone number looks like
The examples below are format patterns showing digit grouping. They are not working numbers.
| Type | Format | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Landline | +7 XXX XXX XX XX | +7 495 123 45 67 |
| Mobile | +7 9XX XXX XX XX | +7 912 345 67 89 |
City codes
Russia area and city codes
Written domestically these carry a leading 8. Drop it when dialling from abroad.
| City / region | Code | Dial from abroad |
|---|---|---|
| Moscow | 8495 | +7 495 |
| St Petersburg | 8812 | +7 812 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the country code for Russia?
The country code for Russia is +7. Written in full international (E.164) format, a Russia number looks like +7 912 345 67 89.
How do I call Russia from the United States?
Dial 011, then 7, then the local number with its leading 8 removed. From a mobile you can dial +7 directly instead of 011.
How many digits is a Russia phone number?
10 digits after the trunk 8. Written internationally it becomes +7 followed by that national number.
Do I keep the 0 when calling Russia from abroad?
No. The leading 8 is a domestic trunk prefix. Dial +7 followed by the number with the 8 removed. Including it is the single most common reason calls to Russia fail.
What time is it in Russia?
Russia is on MSK (UTC+3, no DST). 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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