How to Call Egypt
from USA (+20)
Calling from the United States, Egypt sits behind the +20 country code. Intercalling reaches it from any browser tab at low pay as you go rates, with no codes to memorize and nothing to download.
Calling at a glance
- Outbound: Dial out with no dedicated number to buy.
- Inbound: Add a US/Canada digital number for $2.14 to $5/month.
- No apps: Runs in Chrome, Safari, Edge, and Firefox.
Calling at a glance
- Outbound: Dial out with no dedicated number to buy.
- Inbound: Add a US/Canada digital number for $2.14 to $5/month.
- No apps: Runs in Chrome, Safari, Edge, and Firefox.
Calling Egypt at a glance
- Outbound calling: Reach any country in seconds, with no dedicated number to buy.
- Inbound calling: Taking calls in your browser needs a unique US or Canada digital number, from $2.14 to $5/month.
- App-free: Runs straight inside Chrome, Safari, Edge, or Firefox.
Dialing Egypt from the USA in Three Steps
Run through these quick steps to reach friends, family, or business contacts across Egypt at low rates.
USA Exit Code
Dial 011. That opens the international line out of the United States or Canada.
(On a mobile or VoIP line, hold '0' to enter '+')
Egypt Code (+20)
Dial 20. That routes your call into Egypt's telephone network.
Area Code & Number
Add the city code, such as 2 for Cairo, then the local 7 or 8 digit phone number.
Dialing an Egyptian Mobile?
Mobile numbers in Egypt run to 11 digits once you count the leading 0. Calling from the USA, leave that leading 0 off.
Area Codes for Egypt's Main Cities
Frequently dialed area codes for top destinations across Egypt.
| City | Region | Area Code |
|---|---|---|
| Cairo | Greater Cairo | 2 |
| Giza | Greater Cairo | 2 |
| Alexandria | Alexandria | 3 |
| Luxor | Upper Egypt | 95 |
| Aswan | Upper Egypt | 97 |
| City | Region | Area Code |
|---|---|---|
| Sharm El Sheikh | Sinai | 69 |
| Hurghada | Red Sea | 65 |
| Mansoura | Delta | 50 |
| Tanta | Delta | 40 |
| Suez | Canal | 62 |
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Big US carriers such as AT&T and Verizon attach steep per minute charges to Egypt. Intercalling sends your call over the internet with WebRTC instead, which can trim up to 90% off the usual international price.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which country code does Egypt use?
Egypt's country calling code is +20. It comes right after the US exit code (011) and just before the city code.
How do I reach an Egyptian mobile?
Mobiles in Egypt begin with '1', covering 10, 11, 12, and 15. From the USA you dial 011 + 20 + 1x xxx xxxx.
Which area code does Cairo use?
Cairo, along with Giza, uses the single digit '2'. Cairo landlines usually run 8 digits.
Can I call Egypt for free?
New users get a free trial to check call quality to Egypt. Once that ends, our pay as you go rates still land well below what traditional carriers charge.
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