Cheap Calls to
China from Canada
The format could not be easier. Start with 011 (Canada's exit code), add 86 (China's country code), then the area code and the local number. Intercalling connects everything from your browser at a low per minute rate, with no app and no SIM, and the person you call downloads nothing. Your first call is free, and after that you are billed only for the minutes you talk, never a monthly plan.
What you get
- Outbound: Dial out with no dedicated number to buy.
- Inbound: Needs a US/Canada digital number ($2.14 to $5/month).
- No apps: Runs in Chrome, Safari, Edge, and Firefox.
How calling China works
- Outbound calling: Reach numbers anywhere right away, with no dedicated number to buy.
- Inbound calling: Taking calls in your browser needs a dedicated US or Canada digital number ($2.14 to $5/month).
- App-free: Opens straight in Chrome, Safari, Edge, or Firefox.
Call China from Canada in 3 Simple Steps
Use this standard international format and you can ring any number you need in China.
Canada Exit Code
Dial 011.
Every international call from a Canadian landline starts here.
(On a mobile, hold '0' until the '+' appears)
China Code (+86)
Dial 86.
This routes your call into China's phone network.
Area Code & Number
Enter the city code or the mobile number.Leave off the leading zero!
Sample Numbers to Dial
Heads up: Beijing's area code is 010, yet you dial only 10.
Mobile numbers in China begin with 1 (for example 139 or 186).
Major Chinese City Codes
These area codes apply to landline calls. Always drop the leading '0', so Shanghai is 21 rather than 021.
| City | Province | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Beijing | Municipality | 10 |
| Shanghai | Municipality | 21 |
| Guangzhou | Guangdong | 20 |
| Shenzhen | Guangdong | 755 |
| Tianjin | Municipality | 22 |
| City | Province | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Chengdu | Sichuan | 28 |
| Chongqing | Municipality | 23 |
| Nanjing | Jiangsu | 25 |
| Hangzhou | Zhejiang | 571 |
| Wuhan | Hubei | 27 |
China Mobile Prefixes
Every Chinese mobile number runs 11 digits and always opens with a 1.
Cheap Calls to China
From Canada
From deals across the Greater Bay Area to catching up with relatives in Sichuan, Intercalling keeps your line to China steady and clear. Skip the usual carrier surcharges and talk on crisp audio for a fraction of the cost.
Time Difference
China (CST) sits 12 to 15 hours ahead of Canada.
For example, 9:00 AM in Toronto is 9:00 PM in Beijing.
Low Rates
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Every Region
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which exit code does Canada use?
Canada's exit code is 011. Dial it ahead of the country code on any landline call. From a mobile, the '+' symbol does the same job.
How do I call a mobile number in China?
Dial 011 + 86 + the 11-digit mobile number. Chinese mobiles open with 1 (for instance 139, 186, or 150), and there are no extra zeros to add.
What is the area code for Shanghai?
Shanghai uses area code 021. Calling from Canada you drop that leading zero, so you dial 011 86 21 and then the 8-digit landline number.
Is it expensive to call China from Canada?
On traditional carriers such as Rogers or Bell it can be. Intercalling instead sends your call over the internet with VoIP, which drops the price to just a few cents per minute to China.
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