Russia

Russia country code: +7

To call Russia from abroad, dial +7 and then the local number. If the local number starts with 8, drop that 8.

How to dial Russia

  1. 1. Start with +7. On a mobile, hold 0 for +. On a landline, dial your exit code first (00 in most countries, 011 from the US and Canada).
  2. 2. Adjust the local number. If the local number starts with 8, drop that 8.
  3. 3. Dial the rest. Or skip the formatting: pick Russiain Kitaphone's dialer and it adds +7 for you.

Dialing examples

Mobile
8 (912) 345-67-89 โ†’ +7 912 345 67 89
Landline
Dial the area code without its leading 8, then the number.

Russia at a glance

Country code
+7
Main language
Russian
Time zone
UTC+2 to UTC+12 all year
Kitaphone rate
$0.60/min landline ยท $0.47/min mobile
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Questions about calling Russia

What is the country code for Russia?
+7. From outside Russia, dial +7 and then the local number. If the local number starts with 8, drop that 8.
How do I dial a mobile number in Russia from abroad?
Write it in international form: 8 (912) 345-67-89 becomes +7 912 345 67 89.
Do I drop the leading 8 when calling Russia?
Yes. Numbers in Russia are written locally with a leading 8, which you leave out after +7.
What time zone is Russia in?
UTC+2 to UTC+12 all year. Check the local time before you call.
What language is spoken in Russia?
The main language is Russian.
How much does it cost to call Russia?
$0.60 per minute to landlines and $0.47 per minute to mobiles, billed in whole minutes from prepaid credit. No subscription and no connection fee.
Does the person in Russia need an app?
No. Kitaphone calls the ordinary phone network, so the call arrives on their normal mobile or landline. They need no app, no account and no internet connection.

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