How to Make International Call to Italy
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Country Code
+39
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About Calling Italy
Calling Italy is straightforward with HelloAirDial. Open your browser, enter the number, and connect - no apps or special equipment needed. Your first call is free so you can try the service before adding any balance.
To call Italy, dial your international access code, then +39, followed by the full local number, including the leading 0 for landlines. HelloAirDial routes calls over high quality connections so international calls to Italy stay clear and reliable.
Use HelloAirDial in your browser for cheap calls to Italy without SIM cards or calling cards. Transparent per-minute pricing and proper caller ID help contacts recognize you and avoid missed business or family calls.
💼 Business
- Coordinate with Italian suppliers, manufacturers, and design partners.
- Join remote meetings with offices or clients in Rome, Milan, and beyond.
🏦 Banking
- Verify transactions or card activity with Italian banks and payment providers.
- Complete two-step security checks or phone-based identity verification.
👪 Friends & family
- Stay in touch with relatives living or studying in Italy.
- Arrange travel plans, family events, and regular check-ins with loved ones.
Common challenges: International calls to Italy can be costly from mobile carriers, and varying landline and mobile lengths confuse dialing. Roaming fees for travelers in Italy and occasional rural coverage gaps also make staying in touch harder without an online calling service.
Useful information about Italy
HelloAirDial makes cheap calls to Italy simple, with solid coverage for mobiles and landlines. Learn how to call Italy and manage international calls to Italy without bill shock.
- Country code: +39
- Primary time zone: Europe/Rome
- Rates from: $0.04/minute
Popular cities in Italy:
- Rome (capital) · 06Capital city, government center and major tourism hub.
- Milan · 02Financial and fashion capital with many corporate HQs.
- Naples · 081Historic port city and gateway to southern Italy.
- Turin · 011Industrial and automotive hub in northern Italy.
Timezones in Italy:
1 time zone
Europe/Rome
Single time zone; business hours are consistent across the country.
Common languages spoken in Italy:
- Italian (official)
- German
- French
- Slovene
Telecom providers used within Italy:
- TIM · mobile/fixed-line/broadband - Nationwide mobile and landline coverage with 4G and 5G in cities.
- Vodafone Italia · mobile/fixed-line - Strong urban mobile network and popular prepaid offers.
- WindTre · mobile/fixed-line - Large mobile user base and competitive data plans.
Guide to calling Italy
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Working days
Typical working days: Monday-Friday. Confirm with local teams during holidays.
Business hours
Business hours often run from 09:00 to 18:00. Typical office hours, some shops close mid-day and reopen in late afternoon.
Professional calling etiquette
- Use formal greetings and surnames until invited to switch to first names.
- Be punctual for scheduled calls and confirm time in Central European Time.
- Have documents ready and follow up with a concise written summary.
How to greet
- Buongiorno, this is [your name] calling from [company].
- Buonasera, may I speak with [name] please.
- Pronto, sono [your name], posso parlare con [name]?
Public holidays
- New Years Day — 01-01
- Republic Day — 06-02
- Christmas Day — 12-25
Emergency numbers
Keep these numbers handy for critical situations. Use the local emergency line when in Italy.
- General emergency: 112
- Police: 113
- Fire: 115
- Ambulance: 118
Call the appropriate service first, then follow local guidance. Provide your location and stay on the line until advised otherwise.
How to Dial Italy
To call Italy, dial your exit code (or +), then +39, followed by the area or mobile code and local number. Drop any local trunk prefix (like 0) when dialing internationally.
Dialing format
+39 + [area code with 0 or mobile prefix] + 6-10 digit subscriber number
- Mobile: +39 347 123 4567.
- Landline: +39 06 1234 5678.
- Remove local trunk prefixes (e.g., leading 0) and confirm number length before placing the call.
Common mistakes while calling Italy
- Forgetting to include the leading 0 in Italian landline area codes.
- Dialing too many or too few digits for mobile numbers, usually 10 digits total.
- Omitting the country code when calling Italy from abroad.
- Adding a local trunk prefix from your own country before the country code.
Step-by-step dial guide
- Dial your international exit code (e.g., 00 or +).
- Enter the country code: +39.
- Add the area or mobile code.
- Dial the local number (drop any leading 0).
FAQs about calling Italy
How do I call an Italian mobile or landline from abroad?
Dial your exit code, then +39, then the full Italian number, keeping the 0 for landlines and using the full mobile prefix. With HelloAirDial you avoid high carrier surcharges.
When is the best time to call Italy from overseas?
Most offices answer between 09:00 and 18:00 Central European Time. For personal calls, early evening local time works best to avoid work hours.
How much do international calls to Italy cost?
Rates vary by provider and destination type. HelloAirDial shows clear per-minute pricing before you call, so you can compare landline and mobile costs easily.
Will my caller ID show correctly when I call Italy?
HelloAirDial sends a stable caller ID so contacts in Italy can recognize or save your number, which improves answer rates and trust on business calls.
What if my calls to Italy do not connect or go straight to voicemail?
Check the digit count and that you kept the 0 for landlines. Try again at a different time and use HelloAirDial to avoid routing issues from some mobile carriers.