How to Call the Dominican Republic
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Dialing the Dominican Republic (+1 809): the short answer
Dominican Republic numbers have no trunk prefix, so dial +1809 and then the number exactly as it is written locally.
In BoraPhone you never need an exit code: type +1 809 and the number, and the call connects from your browser.
Calling Rates for the Dominican Republic
Live rates in USD, pulled from carrier pricing. The same rate applies wherever you call from.
How much will my call cost?
| Duration | Landline | Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| 5 min | $1.30 | $2.15 |
| 10 min | $2.60 | $4.30 |
| 15 min | $3.91 | $6.45 |
| 30 min | $7.81 | $12.90 |
All rates are in USD. Calls are billed per minute and rounded up to the next minute. No connection fees or hidden charges. Your first call is free.
Best time to call the Dominican Republic
The Dominican Republic is on Atlantic Standard Time (AST), UTC-4. To reach people between 9 AM and 8 PM their time:
| If you are in | Time difference | 9 AM your time is | Call between |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York | +1 h | 10:00 AM | 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Los Angeles | +4 h | 1:00 PM | 5:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| London | -4 h | 5:00 AM | 1:00 PM to 12:00 AM |
Standard time. Daylight saving in either place can shift these by an hour.
Area codes and things to know before you dial the Dominican Republic
- From the US or Canada dial 1, then 809, 829 or 849, then the 7-digit number. From the UK dial 00 1 809.
- The Dominican Republic is UTC-4 all year, one hour ahead of New York in winter and level with it in summer.
Why call the Dominican Republic with BoraPhone?
- No app needed — call directly from your browser on any device
- Pay as you go — no contracts, no monthly subscriptions
- HD voice quality powered by enterprise-grade infrastructure
- Call landlines in the Dominican Republic for $0.26/min — standard rate compared to traditional carriers
- The Dominican Republic uses the North American numbering plan. From the US dial 1 809, 1 829 or 1 849 and the 7-digit number, no exit code.
Frequently asked questions
How do I call the Dominican Republic from the US?
The Dominican Republic is in the North American numbering plan, so there is no exit code from the US or Canada: dial 1 809 and the 7-digit number, like a domestic long-distance call. From a mobile you can also dial +1 809 directly. In BoraPhone, enter +1 809 and the number and press call.
How do I call the Dominican Republic from the UK?
From the UK dial 00, then 1 809, then the Dominican Republic number. From a mobile, +1 809 and the number works from anywhere. BoraPhone charges the same rate whether you call from the UK, the US or anywhere else.
How much does it cost to call the Dominican Republic?
Calls to the Dominican Republic start at $0.26 per minute with BoraPhone. Landline rates are $0.26/min and mobile rates are $0.43/min. Calls are billed per minute, rounded up to the next minute, with no connection fee and no subscription.
Is it cheaper to call a landline or a mobile in the Dominican Republic?
Calling a landline is cheaper. Landlines are $0.26/min and mobiles $0.43/min, so a 10-minute call costs $2.60 to a landline and $4.30 to a mobile.
Do I need an app to call the Dominican Republic?
No. BoraPhone works directly in your web browser. Just sign up, add credit, and start calling the Dominican Republic in under a minute. No downloads or installations required. It works on desktop, laptop, tablet, and mobile.
What is the country code for the Dominican Republic?
The country code for the Dominican Republic is +1 809. When calling with BoraPhone, just enter the full number including the country code and we handle the connection automatically.
What time zone is the Dominican Republic in?
The Dominican Republic is in Atlantic Standard Time (AST), UTC-4. When it is 9 AM in New York it is 10:00 AM in the Dominican Republic; when it is 9 AM in London it is 5:00 AM. Check the local time before calling to reach people at a convenient hour.
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