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Calling Mexico from the United States is now easier than ever. To dial a Mexican phone number in the US, enter 011 if you're using a landline, or + on a cell phone. Then, dial 52 , Mexico's country code, followed by the 10-digit phone number. You can pay for calls to Mexico using your international long-distance calling plan, calling credits, or apps like Viber and Google Voice. You can even call Mexico for free via apps like WhatsApp and Messenger. This wikiHow article will teach you the easiest ways to call someone in Mexico from the United States by dialing a phone number and using free apps.
Calling Mexico From the US: Quick Steps
- Enter 011 (on a landline) or press the + key (mobile).
- Enter 52 , which is Mexico's country code.
- Enter the area code for the region you're calling.
- Enter the seven to eight-digit phone number to place the call.
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How to Dial a Mexican Phone Number
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Enter 011 (landline) or dial + (mobile). The exit code you enter will be a little different depending on whether you're calling Mexico from a landline or your mobile phone. [1] X Trustworthy Source Federal Communications Commission Independent U.S. government agency responsible for regulating radio, television, and satellite, and phone communications Go to source
- If you're using a landline, you will need to dial 011 (the United States exit code).
- If you're calling from a cell phone, dial + , which shares a key with 0 on most phones.
- You will be able to dial any foreign number after you dial 011 or + , including Mexico.
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Enter Mexico's international calling code 52 . After the exit code, enter 52 to call Mexico. You can call any landline or cell phone in Mexico with this code. [2] X Trustworthy Source Federal Communications Commission Independent U.S. government agency responsible for regulating radio, television, and satellite, and phone communications Go to source
Did you know? As of 2020, you no longer need to dial a 1 after the country code when calling a cellular phone in Mexico. [3] X Trustworthy Source Federal Communications Commission Independent U.S. government agency responsible for regulating radio, television, and satellite, and phone communications Go to source
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Enter the area code. Mexican phone numbers are 10 digits long, beginning with a two or 3-digit area code. For example, 55 is the area code for Mexico City, and 444 is the area code for Acapulco.
- If you don't have the area code of the city or region in Mexico you're trying to call, check out our Mexican area code list .
- If you see the prefix 01, 044, or 045 in front of the area code of the number you want to call, don't dial it. These trunk codes were only to be used when calling within Mexico, and have been dropped altogether as of 2019.
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Dial the 7 to 8-digit phone number. Altogether, the number you enter after the country code should be 10 digits long. Once you have entered all the digits, your phone will dial Mexico (if you're using a landline). If you're using a mobile phone, press the Call button or phone icon to place the call.
- Some phone carriers give the option to block international calls, so if your call does not go through, make sure you are capable of making international calls from your phone.
Community Q&A
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QuestionWhat are some reasons that someone would need to call Mexico?Community AnswerPeople often call Mexico if they have friends or family living there, and would like to keep in touch. Some people might also call Mexico to schedule vacations or get information about a job or college that is located there.
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QuestionWhat is the area code for Ensenada?Community Answer646 is the area code for Ensenada. If you are calling from the US, add that before your number.
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QuestionHow do I call a US cell phone that is located in Mexico from the USA?Community AnswerIf the US cell has coverage in Mexico through its provider, the number will not change. Dial the number as you normally do and it will work.
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References
- ↑ https://www.fcc.gov/consumers/guides/international-long-distance-calling-made-simple-tip-sheet
- ↑ https://www.fcc.gov/consumers/guides/international-long-distance-calling-made-simple-tip-sheet
- ↑ https://www.fcc.gov/consumers/guides/international-long-distance-calling-made-simple-tip-sheet
- ↑ https://www.t-mobile.com/support/coverage/canada-mexico-included
- ↑ https://account.viber.com/en/call-mexico
- ↑ https://voice.google.com/u/0/rates
- ↑ https://www.consumerreports.org/cro/2012/05/shop-wisely-when-buying-prepaid-phone-cards/index.htm
- ↑ https://support.apple.com/en-us/105088
- ↑ https://support.google.com/a/answer/12743190?hl=en
About This Article
To call Mexico from the United States, start by entering the exit code, which is 011. Next, dial Mexico’s country code, 52, followed by a 1 if you’re calling a cell phone. Then, leave out the trunk code, which is 01, 044, or 045, and enter your 10 digit phone number. For a cheaper way to call Mexico, try using apps like Skype and Google Voice, which allow you to call landlines and cell phones for a fee, or talk for free while both of you are online. For tips on how to find Mexican area codes, keep reading!
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