How to Call Germany from United Kingdom
Learn how to call from United Kingdom to Germany with this step-by-step guide. Rates start at just $0.01/min with HelloAirDial. No apps, no calling cards, just dial from your browser.
Cheapest Way to Call Germany from United Kingdom
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How to Call from United Kingdom to Germany
To make a call, dial the exit code (00), followed by the country code (49), 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 $0.01 per minute with no hidden fees.
Dialing Steps: 🇬🇧 United Kingdom to 🇩🇪 Germany
- 1
Dial the exit code: 00
This tells your carrier you're making an international call from United Kingdom.
- 2
Dial Germany's country code: 49
The country code for Germany is +49.
- 3
Dial the local number
Drop the leading 0 from local numbers.
Examples:
- Mobile: 01512 3456789
- Landline: 030 1234567
Cheap Calls from United Kingdom to Germany
Skip expensive carrier rates and calling cards. HelloAirDial offers cheap calls from United Kingdom to Germany starting at $0.01/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 $0.01/min
- • No hidden fees or contracts
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🇬🇧 United Kingdom Carrier Rates to 🇩🇪 Germany
- 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 🇩🇪 Germany
Recommended Calling Hours
- • For consumers, avoid calling before 09:00 or after 20:00 local time, and avoid Sundays and public holidays for sales
- • Business contacts are best reached Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 17:00 local time
Calling Etiquette in Germany
- • Use a polite greeting with title and surname when known, for example Guten Tag, Herr Schmidt
- • State your name, company and reason for calling briefly at the start of the call
- • Punctuality is valued; schedule business calls in advance and call at the agreed time
- • Keep the tone professional and direct; avoid overly casual small talk with new business contacts
Reaching 🇩🇪 Germany via Apps
- • WhatsApp and similar messaging apps are widely used for personal communication and some small business contacts
- • Business users may prefer email or phone for formal matters, but VOIP apps like Teams or Zoom are common for meetings
- • App based calls may be missed if the recipient has notifications muted; confirm the preferred channel in advance
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 🇩🇪 Germany
- 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 🇩🇪 Germany from 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
How do I call from United Kingdom to Germany?
Dial 00 (exit code) + 49 (Germany country code) + the local phone number. Drop the leading 0 from local numbers.
What is the cheapest way to call from United Kingdom to Germany?
Use a VoIP service like HelloAirDial with rates from $0.01/min. This is typically 50-80% cheaper than traditional carriers or calling cards.
What is the country code for Germany?
The country code for Germany is +49. When calling from United Kingdom, dial 00 49 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.