How to Call India from China
Learn how to call from China to India with this step-by-step guide. Rates start at just $0.17/min with HelloAirDial. No apps, no calling cards, just dial from your browser.
Cheapest Way to Call India from China
The cheapest way to call India from China is using a browser-based VoIP service like HelloAirDial. With rates starting at just $0.17 per minute, you'll save 50-80% compared to traditional carriers, calling cards, or roaming charges.
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How to Call from China to India
To make a call, dial the exit code (00), followed by the country code (91), then the local number. HelloAirDial makes it simple - just enter the full number in your browser and we handle the formatting automatically. Rates start at $0.17 per minute with no hidden fees.
Dialing Steps: 🇨🇳 China to 🇮🇳 India
- 1
Dial the exit code: 00
This tells your carrier you're making an international call from China.
- 2
Dial India's country code: 91
The country code for India is +91.
- 3
Dial the local number
Drop the leading 0 from local numbers.
Examples:
- Mobile: 09876 543210
- Landline: 011 2345 6789
Cheap Calls from China to India
Skip expensive carrier rates and calling cards. HelloAirDial offers cheap calls from China to India starting at $0.17/minute, up to 80% less than traditional international calling.
Traditional Calling
- • Carrier rates: $1-3/min
- • Calling cards: Hidden fees
- • Roaming: Expensive abroad
HelloAirDial
- • From $0.17/min
- • No hidden fees or contracts
- • Works anywhere with internet
🇨🇳 China Carrier Rates to 🇮🇳 India
- China Mobile$0.20-1.50
- China Unicom$0.20-1.20
- China Telecom$0.20-1.50
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Best Time to Call 🇮🇳 India
Recommended Calling Hours
- • Telemarketing and promotional calls are typically restricted to daytime and early evening; avoid 21:00 to 09:00 India time
- • For business contacts, standard calling window is roughly 10:00 to 18:00 on working days, avoiding major public holidays
Calling Etiquette in India
- • Begin with a polite greeting such as Hello or Namaste and confirm you are speaking to the correct person
- • Introduce yourself, your organization, and the purpose of the call early in the conversation
- • For business calls, scheduling in advance by email or message is appreciated, especially with senior contacts
- • English and Hindi are widely used in business; be ready to switch to simpler English and speak clearly at a moderate pace
Reaching 🇮🇳 India via Apps
- • WhatsApp is widely used across India for personal and business communication, including voice and video calls
- • Other apps like Google Meet, Microsoft Teams, and Zoom are common for professional calls, especially in urban areas
- • Some corporate networks may restrict certain calling apps; mobile data or personal Wi Fi often works more reliably
International Calling Requirements in 🇨🇳 China
- • Ensure your SIM is real-name registered; unregistered SIMs may be blocked from IDD and roaming
- • Enable international calling (IDD) with your carrier; many plans have IDD disabled by default
- • Maintain sufficient prepaid balance or an active postpaid plan; IDD calls are usually charged at premium rates
- • Dial 00 or use + before the destination country code, then area or mobile code and number
- • Business or call center users may need additional registration for high-volume international traffic
Troubleshooting Calls to 🇮🇳 India
- Call cannot be completed as dialed - Check you used 00 or +, then the correct country code and removed any leading 0 from the local number
- International calling not enabled - Contact your carrier to activate IDD service or switch to a plan that includes international calling
- Roaming not allowed - Before travel, enable roaming and purchase a roaming package; restart your phone after activation
FAQs: Calling 🇮🇳 India from 🇨🇳 China
How do I call from China to India?
Dial 00 (exit code) + 91 (India country code) + the local phone number. Drop the leading 0 from local numbers.
What is the cheapest way to call from China to India?
Use a VoIP service like HelloAirDial with rates from $0.17/min. This is typically 50-80% cheaper than traditional carriers or calling cards.
What is the country code for India?
The country code for India is +91. When calling from China, dial 00 91 followed by the local number.
How do I dial an international number from China?
Dial 00 or use +, then the country code, then the area or mobile code and local number, dropping any foreign trunk 0.
Should I use roaming voice or Wi-Fi or VOIP when abroad with a Chinese SIM?
Roaming voice is convenient but expensive; using Wi-Fi and VOIP or app calls (for example, WeChat) is usually much cheaper.
How expensive are international calls from China?
Typical IDD rates range roughly from 0.20 to over 1 USD per minute depending on destination and plan; check your carrier for exact rates.