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Cheap calls to United Kingdom
Call mobile and landline numbers in United Kingdom straight from your browser. You don’t need to buy credits first: your first call is free, then you pay per minute.
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How to call the UK from abroad
Quick answer: To call the UK from abroad, dial your exit code (00 from most countries, 011 from the US and Canada, or + on a mobile), then 44, then the number without the leading 0 of its area code, if it has one. On DialVia you skip the exit code: choose UK and type the number.
- 1Dial your exit code: 00 from most countries, 011 from the US and Canada, or press + on a mobile.
- 2Dial 44, the country code for the UK (shown as +44).
- 3Dial the number without the leading 0 of its area code, if it has one.
+44 20 7946 0958
Example number for the UK, in international format
More on the code itself: the +44 dialling code.
Calling United Kingdom institutions from abroad
The UK numbers people abroad need most belong to institutions: HMRC, the DVLA, the Passport Office, the NHS, and the big banks. Most 03 and geographic numbers connect fine from abroad with +44, but 0800 freephone numbers usually do not, and NHS shortcodes like 111 do not exist on international networks at all.
DialVia connects to any UK landline or mobile from a browser tab, from about 2 cents a minute with the first call free. Current rates and the dial code are below, along with guides to the exact numbers for the offices people call most.
Calling rates for United Kingdom
Landline
From
$0.05/min
Fixed phone numbers
Mobile
From
$0.07/min
Cell phone numbers
Save up to 90% compared to traditional phone plans!
When you want more time
After your free call, top up whenever you like. Estimates based on starting rates to United Kingdom; actual minutes may vary.
$5
Calling credit
- ≈ 100 min to landlines
- ≈ 68 min to mobiles
$10
Calling credit
- ≈ 200 min to landlines
- ≈ 136 min to mobiles
$25
Calling credit
- ≈ 501 min to landlines
- ≈ 340 min to mobiles
Why call United Kingdom with DialVia?
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Clear voice quality on calls to United Kingdom, over a stable internet connection. No SIM or phone plan involved.
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Call and top up later
Dial +44 and the number to call United Kingdom. When you want more time, top up from $5, pay as you go.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to call United Kingdom?
Calls to landlines in United Kingdom start from $0.05/min, while mobile phones start from $0.07/min. Some specific regions or carriers may have slightly different rates. Use our rate calculator with the exact number to see the precise cost. These rates are up to 90% cheaper than traditional phone plans.
Can I call United Kingdom for free?
Yes, your first call is free. Create an account, verify your email and add a card to unlock it; the card is not charged. After that, calls to United Kingdom are pay as you go from $0.05/min, with no subscription.
Do I need to download an app to call United Kingdom?
No! DialVia works directly in your browser. Simply visit our website, log in, and start calling United Kingdom immediately. No downloads required.
What's the call quality like to United Kingdom?
Calls to United Kingdom connect to real landline and mobile networks and sound clear on a stable internet connection. A headset or earphones help in noisy rooms.
How do I dial the UK from abroad?
Dial your exit code (00 from most countries, 011 from the US and Canada, or + on a mobile), then 44, then the number without the leading 0 of its area code, if it has one.
Can I call HMRC from abroad?
Yes. HMRC publishes a dedicated overseas number for each of its main helplines, for example +44 135 535 9022 for Income Tax and +44 161 931 9070 for Self Assessment. The HMRC guide lists the full set.
Do UK 0800 numbers work from abroad?
Usually not. UK freephone 0800 and 0808 numbers are generally not reachable from outside the UK, and mobile networks often block them. Use the organisation's geographic +44 or 03 alternative instead.
Can I call NHS 111 from abroad?
No. 111 is a three-digit shortcode, not a full phone number, so it does not exist on international networks, not even with +44 in front. Use 111.nhs.uk online, or the emergency number of the country you are currently in.
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