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Figuring out how to make an international phone call can be confusing. Calling Hong Kong is no exception. However, once you have all the information about calling internationally and what specific information you need to call Hong Kong, this process is much less intimidating. Making a call to a landline phone differs slightly from making a call to a mobile phone in Hong Kong. Calling Hong Kong frequently can also get expensive, but using an international calling card can save you some money.
Dialing Hong Kong: Quick Steps
- Dial your country's exit code (for example, 011 in the US) or press the "+" button on a mobile phone.
- Enter Hong Kong's country code, which is 852.
- Enter the 8-digit Hong Kong landline or mobile phone number.
- Place the call.
Steps
Calling a Hong Kong Phone Number
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Dial your country's exit code. If you don't know your country's exit code, check out the section below. If you're on a mobile phone, you can dial a "+" instead. -
Dial 852. This number is the country code for Hong Kong.Advertisement -
Enter the 8-digit phone number. Hong Kong phone numbers are 8 digits long. Enter these eight digits using your phone’s keypad. There are no area codes in Hong Kong. The number you see is the only number you have to dial.- Hong Kong landline numbers start with 2 or 3.
- Hong Kong mobile numbers start with a 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, or 9.
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Place the call. If you're calling from a landline, the call will initiate as soon as you finish dialing the number. If you're calling from a mobile phone, press the call button (which is usually a green button with a phone icon) to place the call.[1]- Most phone companies charge a per-minute rate for international calls. Check with your service provider before you call to see what rate you will be charged.[2]
Using an International Calling Card
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Buy an international calling card. If you make frequent calls to Hong Kong, a calling card might be a cost-saving option. When you purchase an international calling card, you are essentially purchasing calling credit. Calling cards normally cost between $10 and $50. In general, the more expensive the card, the more calling credit you receive.- There are many options when choosing a calling card, so make sure you compare and read the fine print to decide which one is best for your situation.
- You will still pay a per-minute rate when using a calling card. This rate, however, will likely be much lower than calling without a calling card. The per-minute rate for calling cards will vary, but usually starts around one or two cents per minute.
- Be aware of hidden charges. Many calling card companies charge a connection fee or a weekly fee.
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Dial the access number on your calling card. Your calling card will come with an access number. Enter this number into your phone before dialing the Hong Kong telephone number.- It is extremely important to enter the access code; otherwise, you will be charged the standard international call rate instead of the lower rate your calling card offers.
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Enter your PIN. Most calling cards require you to choose a PIN. Once you enter your calling card access number, you should be prompted to enter your PIN. -
Dial the telephone number. After entering your PIN, enter the 8-digit Hong Kong telephone number you are trying to reach. -
Place the call. If you're calling from a landline, the call will initiate as soon as you finish dialing the number. If you're calling from a mobile phone, press the call button (which is usually a green button with a phone icon) to place the call.
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Note the local Hong Kong time before making phone calls to avoid calling people too early in the morning or too late at night. Hong Kong runs on Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) +08:00, which means its time zone is five hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time (EST).Thanks
Warnings
- Most landline and wireless carriers charge additional rates for outgoing calls to international numbers outside the United States. Contact your telephone carrier before calling Hong Kong to confirm applicable rates and fees.Thanks
- Always read the fine print on calling cards or mobile plans. There may be hidden fees that can add up quickly.Thanks
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To call a landline number in Hong Kong, start by dialing the international access code of the country you’re calling from. If you’re calling from the United States, for example, the access code is 011. Next, dial 852, which is the country code for Hong Kong. If you need to call a mobile phone in Hong Kong, you'll also need to enter the mobile area code, which should go after Hong Kong's country code and before the 8-digit phone number. Then, enter the 8 digit phone number and press “send.” To learn how to call Hong Kong using an international calling card, scroll down.
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