How to Make International Call to South Korea
Why Use HelloAirDial to Call South Korea?
HelloAirDial lets you call South Korea directly from your browser - no apps, no calling cards, no SIM card required. Calling South Korea often means high carrier rates and tricky time zone gaps, so planning and a low-cost internet solution help a lot.
- Call South Korea directly from your browser, no SIM card or local contract needed.
- Transparent per-minute pricing so you control costs on every call.
- Reliable routing for clearer audio than many traditional international routes.
- Instant setup, start dialing within minutes without installing an app.
- Caller ID support where available so contacts recognize your number.
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Country Code
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About Calling South Korea
Calling South Korea 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 South Korea, dial your international access code, then 82, then drop the leading 0 from the local number and add the area or mobile code. HelloAirDial routes calls in your browser with clear audio and no SIM, app, or calling card needed.
HelloAirDial offers transparent per-minute pricing for mobiles and landlines, supports caller ID where available, and lets you start international calls to South Korea in seconds from any connected device.
💼 Business
- Coordinate with Korean manufacturers, tech partners, and service providers.
- Conduct remote interviews, sales calls, and project reviews with Seoul offices.
🏦 Banking
- Verify transactions or card activity with Korean banks and payment services.
- Complete two-step security checks that require a quick voice call.
👪 Friends & family
- Stay in touch with relatives, students, or expats living in South Korea.
- Share updates and celebrations with friends across time zones.
Common challenges: International calls to South Korea can be costly from mobile carriers, and time zone differences with Europe or the Americas make scheduling live conversations harder without planning.
Useful information about South Korea
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- Country code: +82
- Primary time zone: Asia/Seoul
- Rates from: $0.04/minute
Popular cities in South Korea:
- Seoul (capital) · 2Capital and main business hub for finance, tech, and government.
- Busan · 51Major port city with shipping, tourism, and manufacturing.
- Incheon · 32Airport gateway city and logistics center near Seoul.
- Daegu · 53Industrial city known for textiles, machinery, and services.
Timezones in South Korea:
1 time zone
Asia/Seoul
Single time zone; business hours are consistent across the country.
Common languages spoken in South Korea:
- Korean (official)
- English
Telecom providers used within South Korea:
- SK Telecom · mobile/4G/5G - Large mobile operator with wide national coverage.
- KT · mobile/fixed-line/broadband - Major provider for landlines, internet, and mobile.
- LG Uplus · mobile/4G/5G - Mobile-focused operator with strong urban coverage.
Guide to calling South Korea
Business hours to call
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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 in the single Asia/Seoul timezone.
Professional calling etiquette
- Use formal titles and family names until invited to be informal.
- Be punctual, and if you will be late to a call, send a short message.
- Follow up important calls with a brief email summary in English or Korean.
How to greet
- Yoboseyo (used when answering the phone)
- Annyeong haseyo, this is [Your Name] speaking.
- Good morning or good afternoon, may I speak with [Name] please?
Public holidays
- Seollal (Lunar New Year) — varies (Jan/Feb)
- Chuseok (Harvest Festival) — varies (Sep/Oct)
- National Foundation Day — 10/03
Emergency numbers
Keep these numbers handy for critical situations. Use the local emergency line when in South Korea.
- Police: 112
- Fire: 119
- Ambulance: 119
- Emergency Services (Coast Guard): 122
Call the appropriate service first, then follow local guidance. Provide your location and stay on the line until advised otherwise.
How to Dial South Korea
To call South Korea, dial your exit code (or +), then +82, followed by the area or mobile code and local number. Drop any local trunk prefix (like 0) when dialing internationally.
Dialing format
+82 + [area code without 0] + 7-8 digit landline number, or +82 + [10 mobile code without 0] + 7-8 digit mobile number.
- Mobile: 010-1234-5678.
- Landline: 02-312-3456.
- Remove local trunk prefixes (e.g., leading 0) and confirm number length before placing the call.
Common mistakes while calling South Korea
- Forgetting to drop the leading 0 from Korean area or mobile codes when dialing internationally.
- Using the wrong number of digits, Korean numbers are usually 9 to 11 digits total including area code.
- Dialing the country code but omitting your own international access prefix.
- Confusing Seoul area code 2 with mobile prefixes like 10 or 11.
Step-by-step dial guide
- Dial your international exit code (e.g., 00 or +).
- Enter the country code: +82.
- Add the area or mobile code.
- Dial the local number (drop any leading 0).
FAQs about calling South Korea
How do I call a landline or mobile in South Korea from abroad?
Dial your international access code, then 82, then the area or mobile code without the leading 0, followed by the local number. Use HelloAirDial to avoid high carrier surcharges.
What is the best time to call South Korea?
Typical business hours are 09:00 to 18:00 Korea time, Monday to Friday. For personal calls, early evening in Korea works well for most regions.
How much do international calls to South Korea cost?
Rates vary by provider and whether you call mobiles or landlines. HelloAirDial shows clear per-minute pricing before you dial so you know the exact cost.
Will my caller ID show when I call South Korea?
In many cases yes, Korean networks support caller ID. HelloAirDial presents a stable outbound number so contacts are more likely to pick up.
What if my call to South Korea does not connect or drops?
Check the number format, including removing the leading 0, then try again. With HelloAirDial you can quickly redial or switch devices using the same account.