How to Call Hong Kong

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Figuring out how to make a phone call out of the country can be confusing. Calling Hong Kong is no exception. However, once you have all the information about calling out of the country 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.

Direct Dialing to Hong Kong

  1. Enter the U.S. exit code: 011.
  2. Enter Hong Kong's country code: 852.
  3. Enter the 8-digit phone number.
  4. Dial the number.
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Calling a Hong Kong Landline from the United States

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  1. To call a Hong Kong landline from either a landline or mobile phone in the United States, first enter 011 on your phone’s keypad. This is the international access code for the U.S.
  2. Next, dial 852 on your keypad. This number is the country code for Hong Kong.
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  3. Hong Kong phone numbers are comprised of eight digits. Enter these eight digits using your phone’s keypad.
  4. Once you have entered the international access code, country code, and the phone number, press send to complete your call to Hong Kong. [1]
    • Most phone companies charge a per-minute rate for international calls. On average, this price is around 17 cents per minute. Check with your service provider before you call to see what rate you will be charged. [2]
  5. If you are calling Hong Kong from a country other than the United States, you will need to find that country’s international access code, or its exit code. You can find a list of these codes with a quick Internet search. Once you have the exit code, enter it into your phone, followed by Hong Kong’s country code (852) and the phone number you are trying to reach. You can then place your call.
    • Not every country has a unique exit code. For example, the international access code for many countries is 00. [3]
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Making a Call to a Mobile Phone in Hong Kong

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  1. When calling a mobile phone in Hong Kong, you must still enter the international access code for the U.S. To do so, dial 011 on your phone’s keypad.
  2. Hong Kong’s country code must be entered as well. Use your phone’s keypad to enter 852.
  3. Cell phones in Hong Kong begin with an area code of either 5, 6, or 9, depending on the mobile carrier. Enter this number using your phone’s keypad.
    • Dial 00 to reach an international operator if you need help determining the correct mobile area code for a specific Hong Kong wireless carrier.
    • Because of the rapidly growing population of Hong Kong, mobile carriers are starting to use the area codes 4 and 7 as well. [4]
  4. Next, enter the 8-digit mobile number using your phone’s keypad.
  5. After you have entered the international access code, country code, mobile area code, and mobile number, press send to place your call.
    • If you are calling from a mobile phone and your call does not go through after entering all the information above, try adding a plus sign (+) before the mobile area code. [5]
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Using an International Calling Card

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  1. 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 be paying a per-minute rate when you use a calling card. This rate, however, will probably be much less expensive than calling without using a calling card. The per-minute rate for calling cards will vary, but usually start around one or two cents per minute.
    • Be aware of hidden charges. Many calling card companies charge a connection fee or a weekly fee.
  2. 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 normal price-per-minute for international calls instead of the less expensive rate your calling card provides you.
  3. 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.
  4. After entering your PIN, enter the 8-digit Hong Kong telephone number you are trying to reach.
  5. Press the send button on your phone to place your call.
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      • Many mobile providers offer specialized plans for calling internationally. Compare these international calling plans to see if one might be a good option for you. If you plan to call Hong Kong frequently, this could save you money in the long-run.
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      • Make note of 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).
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      • Most landline and wireless carriers charge additional rates for outgoing telephone calls made to international numbers outside of the United States. Contact your telephone carrier prior to calling Hong Kong to confirm applicable rates and fees.
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      • Always read the fine print on calling cards or mobile plans. There may be hidden fees that can add up quickly.
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      References

      1. ↑ https://www.uniontelecard.com/calling-guides/hong-kong/#a1
      2. ↑ https://fitsmallbusiness.com/how-much-does-international-calling-cost/
      3. ↑ https://www.howtocallabroad.com/codes.html
      4. ↑ https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/article/1852017/phone-numbers-may-start-unlucky-4-and-7-hong-kong-mobile-demand
      5. ↑ https://www.countrycallingcodes.com/mobile/mobile-codes.php?callfrom=United+States&callto=Hong%20Kong

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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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