How to Call France from United Kingdom
Learn how to call from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom
The cheapest way to call France from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom 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: 🇬🇧 United Kingdom to 🇫🇷 France
- 1
Dial the exit code: 00
This tells your carrier you're making an international call from United Kingdom.
- 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 United Kingdom to France
Skip expensive carrier rates and calling cards. HelloAirDial offers cheap calls from United Kingdom 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
🇬🇧 United Kingdom Carrier Rates to 🇫🇷 France
- EE$0.20-2.00
- Vodafone UK$0.15-2.50
- O2 UK$0.15-2.00
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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 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
- • Enable international calling with your mobile or landline provider; some plans block IDD by default
- • Use 00 or + before the destination country code when dialing abroad
- • Prepaid SIMs may require sufficient balance or an international add on before IDD works
- • Roaming must be activated to call from the UK while abroad; check EU and non EU rules
- • Business lines may have international prefixes or specific destinations restricted by the administrator
Troubleshooting Calls to 🇫🇷 France
- Call failed or number not in service when dialing abroad - Check you used 00 or +, included the correct country code, and removed any local leading 0
- Your plan does not allow international calls - Contact your UK carrier to enable IDD or buy an international add on; ensure sufficient credit on prepaid
- Cannot call while roaming - Enable roaming in phone settings and on your account, or use Wi Fi calling or VOIP instead
FAQs: Calling 🇫🇷 France from 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
How do I call from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom, dial 00 33 followed by the local number.
How do I dial an international number from the UK?
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 abroad as a UK user?
Roaming is convenient but can be costly; using Wi Fi calling or VOIP apps usually reduces costs, especially outside Europe.
How expensive are international calls from the UK?
Rates vary by carrier and destination, from a few US cents to several dollars per minute; check your plan or buy an international add on.