How to Call France from Germany
Learn how to call from Germany to France 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 France from Germany
The cheapest way to call France from Germany 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 Germany to France
To make a call, dial the exit code (00), followed by the country code (33), 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: 🇩🇪 Germany to 🇫🇷 France
- 1
Dial the exit code: 00
This tells your carrier you're making an international call from Germany.
- 2
Dial France's country code: 33
The country code for France is +33.
- 3
Dial the local number
Drop the leading 0 from local numbers.
Examples:
- Mobile: +33 6 12 34 56 78
- Landline: +33 1 23 45 67 89
Cheap Calls from Germany to France
Skip expensive carrier rates and calling cards. HelloAirDial offers cheap calls from Germany to France 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
🇩🇪 Germany Carrier Rates to 🇫🇷 France
- Deutsche Telekom$0.30-1.50
- Vodafone Germany$0.20-1.20
- O2 Germany$0.10-0.90
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Best Time to Call 🇫🇷 France
Recommended Calling Hours
- • Telemarketing to French consumers is restricted to weekdays 10:00 13:00 and 14:00 20:00 local time; no calls on weekends or public holidays
- • For professional or personal calls, avoid early mornings before 09:00 and late evenings after 20:00 unless pre arranged
Calling Etiquette in France
- • Begin with a polite greeting such as Bonjour Monsieur or Bonjour Madame and state your name and organization
- • For business calls, using formal address (vous) is expected unless invited to switch to tu
- • Schedule important business calls in advance by email or message; unscheduled sales calls are often unwelcome
- • Be concise and structured; French professionals value clarity and preparation
Reaching 🇫🇷 France via Apps
- • WhatsApp, FaceTime, Signal, Telegram and similar apps are widely used in France, especially for personal and small business communication
- • Many professionals still prefer email or standard phone for formal matters; confirm preferred channel with the contact
- • App based calls may be missed if the recipient has notifications limited; follow up with SMS or email if urgent
International Calling Requirements in 🇩🇪 Germany
- • Ensure your mobile or fixed line plan includes international calling; many basic tariffs block IDD by default
- • Dial 00 or use + on mobiles, then country code, area or mobile code, and subscriber number
- • Some providers require enabling international or premium destinations via customer portal or support
- • Prepaid SIMs may need sufficient balance and sometimes an initial ID check before IDD is allowed
- • For cheaper IDD from landlines, optional carrier selection prefixes (010xx) can be used before 00
Troubleshooting Calls to 🇫🇷 France
- Call cannot be completed as dialed or fast busy tone when calling abroad - Check you used 00 or +, removed the foreign trunk 0, and that international calling is enabled on your line
- Announcement that the number is not reachable or blocked - Verify the destination number format and that your plan allows calls to that country or range
- High unexpected charges on bill after international calls - Review your tariff, consider adding an international option, or use VOIP or 010xx discount providers
FAQs: Calling 🇫🇷 France from 🇩🇪 Germany
How do I call from Germany to France?
Dial 00 (exit code) + 33 (France country code) + the local phone number. Drop the leading 0 from local numbers.
What is the cheapest way to call from Germany to France?
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 France?
The country code for France is +33. When calling from Germany, dial 00 33 followed by the local number.
How do I dial an international number from Germany?
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 or Wi Fi or VOIP when I am abroad with a German SIM?
Within the EU roaming often costs the same as at home; outside the EU, VOIP over Wi Fi or local SIMs are usually cheaper than roaming.
How expensive are international calls from Germany?
Rates vary by provider and destination; without options they can exceed 0.50 USD per minute, so check your tariff or add an international pack.