How to Call Spain from United Kingdom
Learn how to call from United Kingdom to Spain with this step-by-step guide. Rates start at just $0.03/min with HelloAirDial. No apps, no calling cards, just dial from your browser.
Cheapest Way to Call Spain from United Kingdom
The cheapest way to call Spain from United Kingdom is using a browser-based VoIP service like HelloAirDial. With rates starting at just $0.03 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 Spain
To make a call, dial the exit code (00), followed by the country code (34), 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 $0.03 per minute with no hidden fees.
Dialing Steps: 🇬🇧 United Kingdom to 🇪🇸 Spain
- 1
Dial the exit code: 00
This tells your carrier you're making an international call from United Kingdom.
- 2
Dial Spain's country code: 34
The country code for Spain is +34.
- 3
Dial the local number
Drop the leading 0 from local numbers.
Examples:
- Mobile: 612 345 678
- Landline: 912 345 678
Cheap Calls from United Kingdom to Spain
Skip expensive carrier rates and calling cards. HelloAirDial offers cheap calls from United Kingdom to Spain starting at $0.03/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 $0.03/min
- • No hidden fees or contracts
- • Works anywhere with internet
🇬🇧 United Kingdom Carrier Rates to 🇪🇸 Spain
- 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 🇪🇸 Spain
Recommended Calling Hours
- • Avoid unsolicited business or sales calls to Spain before 09:00 or after 21:00 local time on weekdays
- • Limit weekend and public holiday calls to urgent or prearranged matters, typically between 10:00 and 18:00
Calling Etiquette in Spain
- • Greet in Spanish when possible (e.g. Buenos dias, Buenas tardes) and then confirm if the person is comfortable continuing in another language
- • State your name, company, and purpose early in the call; be transparent if the call is commercial
- • For business, scheduling calls in advance by email or message is appreciated, especially outside local working hours
- • Allow some small talk at the start of professional calls, but keep it brief and respectful of time
Reaching 🇪🇸 Spain via Apps
- • WhatsApp is widely used in Spain for personal and business communication, including voice and video calls
- • Other VOIP apps like Skype, Zoom, and Teams are common for business; connectivity is generally reliable on broadband and 4G or 5G
- • App based calls to mobiles may be missed if data is off or the app is not allowed background notifications
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 🇪🇸 Spain
- 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 🇪🇸 Spain from 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
How do I call from United Kingdom to Spain?
Dial 00 (exit code) + 34 (Spain country code) + the local phone number. Drop the leading 0 from local numbers.
What is the cheapest way to call from United Kingdom to Spain?
Use a VoIP service like HelloAirDial with rates from $0.03/min. This is typically 50-80% cheaper than traditional carriers or calling cards.
What is the country code for Spain?
The country code for Spain is +34. When calling from United Kingdom, dial 00 34 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.