How to Call United States from France
Learn how to call from France to United States with this step-by-step guide. Rates start at just $0.02/min with HelloAirDial. No apps, no calling cards, just dial from your browser.
Cheapest Way to Call United States from France
The cheapest way to call United States from France is using a browser-based VoIP service like HelloAirDial. With rates starting at just $0.02 per minute, you'll save 50-80% compared to traditional carriers, calling cards, or roaming charges.
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How to Call from France to United States
To make a call, dial the exit code (00), followed by the country code (1), 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 $0.02 per minute with no hidden fees.
Dialing Steps: 🇫🇷 France to 🇺🇸 United States
- 1
Dial the exit code: 00
This tells your carrier you're making an international call from France.
- 2
Dial United States's country code: 1
The country code for United States is +1.
- 3
Dial the local number
Drop the leading 1 from local numbers.
Examples:
- Mobile: +1 310 555 2468
- Landline: +1 212 555 1357
Cheap Calls from France to United States
Skip expensive carrier rates and calling cards. HelloAirDial offers cheap calls from France to United States starting at $0.02/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 $0.02/min
- • No hidden fees or contracts
- • Works anywhere with internet
🇫🇷 France Carrier Rates to 🇺🇸 United States
- Orange France$0.10-1.50
- SFR$0.15-1.80
- Bouygues Telecom$0.10-1.60
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Best Time to Call 🇺🇸 United States
Recommended Calling Hours
- • Telemarketing to US consumers is generally restricted to 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. local time of the called party.
- • For business contacts, avoid very early morning, lunch hours, and late evening unless prearranged.
Calling Etiquette in United States
- • Open with a brief greeting and your name, company, and purpose within the first few seconds.
- • Confirm if it is a good time to talk, especially for sales or support calls that may take longer.
- • Use clear, moderate speaking speed; avoid heavy use of jargon unless you know the listener is technical.
- • For business calls, schedule in advance when possible and send a brief follow up email summarizing outcomes.
Reaching 🇺🇸 United States via Apps
- • WhatsApp, FaceTime, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and similar apps are widely used for personal and business calls.
- • Many US users can receive app based calls on mobile data or Wi Fi even when traditional voice is limited.
- • Some corporate networks may restrict certain apps; offer alternatives like phone dial in or browser based meetings.
International Calling Requirements in 🇫🇷 France
- • Ensure your mobile plan includes international calling; many French bundles exclude non-EU destinations by default
- • For prepaid SIMs, verify sufficient credit and that international calls (appel international) are enabled in your account
- • Some operators block high cost destinations by default; enable specific zones via customer service or online account
- • When dialing abroad, use 00 or +, then country code, then number without the local trunk 0
- • Business lines may have international barring; request admin or PBX manager to lift IDD restrictions if needed
Troubleshooting Calls to 🇺🇸 United States
- The number you have dialed cannot be reached - Remove any leading 0 after the country code, verify the full international format, and check that the destination is not blocked by your plan
- International calls are barred on your line - Contact your operator or account admin to enable international calling or add an IDD option, then retry
- Call failed or no network when abroad - Enable roaming on your phone and account, select a partner network manually, or use Wi Fi calling or VOIP apps
FAQs: Calling 🇺🇸 United States from 🇫🇷 France
How do I call from France to United States?
Dial 00 (exit code) + 1 (United States country code) + the local phone number. Drop the leading 1 from local numbers.
What is the cheapest way to call from France to United States?
Use a VoIP service like HelloAirDial with rates from $0.02/min. This is typically 50-80% cheaper than traditional carriers or calling cards.
What is the country code for United States?
The country code for United States is +1. When calling from France, dial 00 1 followed by the local number.
How do I dial an international number from France?
Dial 00 or +, then the country code, then the area or mobile code without its leading 0, then the local number.
Should I use roaming voice or Wi Fi and VOIP when I travel from France?
Within the EU, roaming voice is usually affordable; outside the EU, Wi Fi and VOIP apps are often cheaper than standard roaming minutes.
How expensive are international calls from France?
EU calls are often included or capped, but calls to non EU countries can range from about 0.10 to over 1.50 USD per minute depending on destination and plan.