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Taiwan country code: +886
- Exit code from Taiwan: 002
- Time zone: CST (UTC+8, no DST)
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What is the country code for Taiwan?
The country code for Taiwan is +886. To call Taiwan from the United States, dial 011 886 followed by the local number with its leading 0 removed. From a mobile, dial +886 directly. A Taiwan number in full international format looks like +886 912 345 678.
Taiwan at a glance
- Country calling code
- +886
- ISO country code
- TW
- Exit code (dialling out of Taiwan)
- 002
- 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
- CST (UTC+8, no DST)
Dialing
How to call Taiwan: step by step
The full sequence is: exit code + 886 + 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 886
886 is the country calling code for Taiwan. 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 Taiwan start with a 0. That is a national trunk prefix, not part of the number; remove it when dialling from abroad. 2 2345 6789 is what you dial after +886. - 4
Check the time first
Taiwan is on CST (UTC+8, no DST). Business calls placed outside local working hours are the most common reason an international call goes unanswered.
Worth knowing
Every Taiwanese mobile number starts 09 domestically, which is +886 9 from abroad.
Number format
What a Taiwan phone number looks like
The examples below are format patterns showing digit grouping. They are not working numbers.
| Type | Format | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Landline | +886 X XXXX XXXX | +886 2 2345 6789 |
| Mobile | +886 9XX XXX XXX | +886 912 345 678 |
City codes
Taiwan area and city codes
Written domestically these carry a leading 0. Drop it when dialling from abroad.
| City / region | Code | Dial from abroad |
|---|---|---|
| Taipei | 02 | +886 2 |
| Kaohsiung | 07 | +886 7 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the country code for Taiwan?
The country code for Taiwan is +886. Written in full international (E.164) format, a Taiwan number looks like +886 912 345 678.
How do I call Taiwan from the United States?
Dial 011, then 886, then the local number with its leading 0 removed. From a mobile you can dial +886 directly instead of 011.
How many digits is a Taiwan phone number?
8 or 9 digits after the trunk 0. Written internationally it becomes +886 followed by that national number.
Do I keep the 0 when calling Taiwan from abroad?
No. The leading 0 is a domestic trunk prefix. Dial +886 followed by the number with the 0 removed. Including it is the single most common reason calls to Taiwan fail.
What time is it in Taiwan?
Taiwan is on CST (UTC+8, 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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