How to Call China from Spain
Learn how to call from Spain to China with this step-by-step guide. Rates start at just $0.40/min with HelloAirDial. No apps, no calling cards, just dial from your browser.
Cheapest Way to Call China from Spain
The cheapest way to call China from Spain is using a browser-based VoIP service like HelloAirDial. With rates starting at just $0.40 per minute, you'll save 50-80% compared to traditional carriers, calling cards, or roaming charges.
Why HelloAirDial is the Cheapest Option:
- ✓No connection fees: Pay only for the minutes you use
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How to Call from Spain to China
To make a call, dial the exit code (00), followed by the country code (86), 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 $0.40 per minute with no hidden fees.
Dialing Steps: 🇪🇸 Spain to 🇨🇳 China
- 1
Dial the exit code: 00
This tells your carrier you're making an international call from Spain.
- 2
Dial China's country code: 86
The country code for China is +86.
- 3
Dial the local number
Drop the leading 0 from local numbers.
Examples:
- Mobile: 138 0013 8000
- Landline: 10 6552 8888
Cheap Calls from Spain to China
Skip expensive carrier rates and calling cards. HelloAirDial offers cheap calls from Spain to China starting at $0.40/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 $0.40/min
- • No hidden fees or contracts
- • Works anywhere with internet
🇪🇸 Spain Carrier Rates to 🇨🇳 China
- Movistar$0.20-1.50
- Orange Spain$0.15-1.20
- Vodafone Spain$0.15-1.50
Compare this to HelloAirDial at $0.40/min. See full rate breakdown →
Best Time to Call 🇨🇳 China
Recommended Calling Hours
- • Avoid calling consumers before 09:00 or after 21:00 China Standard Time for non urgent matters
- • Business contacts are best reached Monday to Friday, 09:00-18:00 local time, excluding major public holidays
Calling Etiquette in China
- • Open with a polite greeting and confirm you are calling China Standard Time; use titles plus family name (for example, Mr. Wang)
- • For business, state your name, organization, and purpose quickly and clearly
- • Scheduling calls in advance by email or messaging (often WeChat) is appreciated for professional discussions
- • Keep the tone formal at the start; you can adjust based on how the other party responds
Reaching 🇨🇳 China via Apps
- • WeChat is the dominant app for voice and video calls and is widely used for both personal and business communication
- • WhatsApp, Telegram and some other foreign apps may be unreachable without VPN, so do not rely on them for Chinese recipients
- • Corporate tools like Zoom, Teams or Webex are used in business contexts but may require local guidance for access
International Calling Requirements in 🇪🇸 Spain
- • Ensure your mobile or fixed line plan has international calling enabled; some low cost plans block IDD by default
- • Dial 00 or use + before the destination country code when calling abroad from Spain
- • Prepaid SIMs may require sufficient balance or an international add on before IDD calls are allowed
- • KYC registration of SIM with ID is required in Spain; unregistered or inactive SIMs may not place international calls
- • Business PBX systems may require a prefix (such as 0 or 9) before 00 or + to reach an outside line
Troubleshooting Calls to 🇨🇳 China
- The number you have dialed is not in service or cannot be completed as dialed - Check that you used 00 or +, the correct country code, and removed any leading 0 from the foreign area or mobile code
- Your call cannot be completed because international calling is not enabled on your line - Contact your Spanish carrier or check your account to enable international calling or add sufficient credit
- This destination is not allowed on your plan - Verify that your plan supports calls to that country or region and consider an international add on or VOIP alternative
FAQs: Calling 🇨🇳 China from 🇪🇸 Spain
How do I call from Spain to China?
Dial 00 (exit code) + 86 (China country code) + the local phone number. Drop the leading 0 from local numbers.
What is the cheapest way to call from Spain to China?
Use a VoIP service like HelloAirDial with rates from $0.40/min. This is typically 50-80% cheaper than traditional carriers or calling cards.
What is the country code for China?
The country code for China is +86. When calling from Spain, dial 00 86 followed by the local number.
How do I dial an international number from Spain?
Dial 00 or +, then the country code, then the area or mobile code and local number, omitting any leading 0 used locally in that country.
Is it cheaper to roam with my Spanish SIM or use Wi Fi or VOIP when abroad?
Within the EU roaming can be similar to home rates, but outside the EU VOIP over Wi Fi is usually cheaper than roaming voice unless you have a special roaming pack.
How much do international calls from Spain cost?
Costs vary by carrier and destination; typical rates range from about 0.15 to over 1.50 USD per minute, with cheaper options via international add ons or VOIP apps.