How to Call France from Philippines
Learn how to call from Philippines 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 Philippines
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How to Call from Philippines 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: 🇵🇠Philippines to 🇫🇷 France
- 1
Dial the exit code: 00
This tells your carrier you're making an international call from Philippines.
- 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 Philippines to France
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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
🇵🇠Philippines Carrier Rates to 🇫🇷 France
- PLDT$0.20-1.50
- Globe Telecom$0.25-1.80
- Smart Communications$0.25-1.80
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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 🇵🇠Philippines
- • Dial 00 or use + before the destination country code when calling abroad
- • Ensure your SIM is enabled for international calling; some prepaid plans block IDD by default
- • Maintain sufficient load or an active IDD package; standard per minute IDD rates can be high
- • Postpaid users may need to request IDD activation and pass basic KYC or credit checks
- • Remove any call barring or spend limits set via carrier USSD or customer service before dialing
Troubleshooting Calls to 🇫🇷 France
- Your call cannot be completed as dialed - Check you used 00 or +, removed any leading 0 from the foreign number, and included the correct country and area codes
- International calls are not allowed from this line - Contact your carrier to enable IDD, remove call barring, or load an IDD package on your SIM
- Insufficient balance to complete this call - Top up your prepaid balance or activate an IDD promo before redialing
FAQs: Calling 🇫🇷 France from 🇵🇠Philippines
How do I call from Philippines 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 Philippines 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 Philippines, dial 00 33 followed by the local number.
How do I dial an international number from the Philippines?
Dial 00 or use +, then the country code, area or mobile code without its leading 0, and the local number.
Should I use roaming voice or Wi Fi or VOIP when I travel?
Roaming voice is simpler but costly; using Wi Fi and apps like WhatsApp or Viber is usually cheaper for international calls.
How expensive are international calls from the Philippines?
Standard IDD can range roughly from USD 0.20 to over 1.50 per minute depending on destination; IDD promos lower the rate.