How to Call France from United States
Learn how to call from United States 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 States
The cheapest way to call France from United States 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.
Why HelloAirDial is the Cheapest Option:
- ✓No connection fees: Pay only for the minutes you use
- ✓No calling card markups: Direct carrier rates with minimal markup
- ✓No roaming charges: Works from anywhere with internet connection
- ✓Transparent pricing: $0.02/min with no hidden fees
HelloAirDial: How to call from United States to France
HelloAirDial lets you make cheap international calls from United States to France directly from your browser. No apps, calling cards, or carrier plans needed.
- ✅ Call any phone in France - mobile or landline from $0.02/min.
- ✅ No international calling plan or carrier activation required.
- ✅ Works on any device with a browser and internet connection.
- ✅ Try your first call free to test the quality.
Why HelloAirDial is cheaper than international mobile plans
Skip expensive carrier rates and calling cards. HelloAirDial offers cheap calls from United States 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 States Carrier Rates to France
- Verizon$0.20-1.50
- AT&T$0.25-1.50
- T-Mobile$0.10-1.00
Compare this to HelloAirDial at $0.02/min. See full rate breakdown →
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 States
- • Ensure your mobile or landline plan includes international calling; many US plans block IDD by default.
- • For standard international calls, dial 011 + country code + area/mobile code + number from US phones.
- • Prepaid SIMs may require a separate international balance or add on before IDD works.
- • Business PBX or office phones may require dialing 9 or another access code before 011.
- • VoIP services (e.g., Skype, Google Voice) may need verified payment and country settings before calling abroad.
Troubleshooting Calls to France
- Your call cannot be completed as dialed. - Check that you dialed 011 + country code + number, removed any foreign trunk 0, and included all digits.
- International calling is not enabled on your line. - Contact your carrier or account admin to enable international calling or add an IDD package.
- The number you have dialed is not in service. - Verify the destination country code, area or mobile prefix, and local number; confirm the number is active.
- Call failed or dropped immediately on VoIP app. - Switch to a stable Wi Fi or stronger data connection, update the app, or try a standard carrier call.
FAQs: Calling France from United States
How do I call France from United States?
Dial 011 (exit code) + 33 (France country code) + the local phone number. Drop the leading 0 from local numbers. With HelloAirDial, just enter the number and we handle the formatting automatically.
What is the best way to call France from United States?
Use a browser-based VoIP service like HelloAirDial with rates from $0.02/min. This is typically 50-80% cheaper than traditional carriers or calling cards, and you can call directly from your browser.
Can I call France mobiles and landlines from United States?
Yes, HelloAirDial supports calls to both mobile phones and landlines in France. Rates may vary slightly between mobile and landline numbers.
What time should I call France from United States?
Check the time difference between United States and France before calling. For business calls, aim for 9 AM - 6 PM in France. For personal calls, evenings and weekends work best.
How do I dial an international number from the United States?
Dial 011, then the country code, then the area or mobile code and local number. Example: 011 44 20 XXXX XXXX for a UK landline.
Should I use roaming or Wi Fi or VoIP when I travel outside the US?
Wi Fi and VoIP apps are usually cheaper, but a roaming pass from your US carrier is simpler and more reliable for regular voice and SMS.
Related Guides
France Resources
United States Resources
Dialing steps when using your own phone
- 1
Dial the exit code: 011
This tells your carrier you're making an international call from United States.
- 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
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