How to Call United States from Pakistan
Learn how to call from Pakistan 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 Pakistan
The cheapest way to call United States from Pakistan 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 Pakistan 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: 🇵🇰 Pakistan to 🇺🇸 United States
- 1
Dial the exit code: 00
This tells your carrier you're making an international call from Pakistan.
- 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 Pakistan to United States
Skip expensive carrier rates and calling cards. HelloAirDial offers cheap calls from Pakistan 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
🇵🇰 Pakistan Carrier Rates to 🇺🇸 United States
- Jazz$0.10-0.80
- Telenor Pakistan$0.12-0.90
- Zong$0.10-0.85
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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 🇵🇰 Pakistan
- • Ensure international calling (IDD) is enabled on your mobile or landline account before dialing abroad
- • Prepaid SIMs may require a minimum balance or an IDD bundle to place international calls
- • Postpaid lines can have IDD barred by default; request activation from your carrier with valid CNIC details
- • Dial 00 or use +, then the destination country code, area or mobile code, and subscriber number
- • For business lines, confirm your PBX or office system allows international prefixes and is not time restricted
Troubleshooting Calls to 🇺🇸 United States
- Your call cannot be completed as dialed - Check you used 00 or +, included the correct country code, and removed any leading 0 from the foreign number
- International calling is not enabled on your line - Contact your carrier to activate IDD, ensure KYC is complete, and verify you have sufficient balance or credit limit
- Number not in service or restricted - Confirm the destination number format, check if the country or prefix is blocked, or try an alternate contact method such as VOIP
FAQs: Calling 🇺🇸 United States from 🇵🇰 Pakistan
How do I call from Pakistan 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 Pakistan 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 Pakistan, dial 00 1 followed by the local number.
How do I dial an international number from Pakistan?
Dial 00 or use +, then the country code, area or mobile code without its leading 0, and the local number.
Should I use roaming or Wi Fi or VOIP when I travel abroad from Pakistan?
Roaming is convenient but often costly; using local SIMs or VOIP apps over Wi Fi is usually cheaper for international calls.
How expensive are international calls from Pakistan?
Rates vary by destination and carrier, roughly from about USD 0.10 to 0.90 per minute; bundles for popular countries can reduce costs.