How to Call Egypt
Landline from $0.46/min · Mobile from $0.46/min — from your browser, no app needed
Standard rate
Dialing Egypt (+20): the short answer
Leave out the leading 0 of the domestic number. The +20 country code replaces it.
In BoraPhone you never need an exit code: type +20 and the number, and the call connects from your browser.
Calling Rates for Egypt
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 | $2.31 | $2.31 |
| 10 min | $4.61 | $4.61 |
| 15 min | $6.90 | $6.90 |
| 30 min | $13.80 | $13.80 |
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 Egypt
Egypt is on Eastern European Time (EET), UTC+2. 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 | +7 h | 4:00 PM | 2:00 AM to 1:00 PM |
| Los Angeles | +10 h | 7:00 PM | 11:00 PM to 10:00 AM |
| London | +2 h | 11:00 AM | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
Standard time. Daylight saving in either place can shift these by an hour.
Area codes and things to know before you dial Egypt
- Drop the 0: Cairo 02 becomes +20 2, and a mobile 010 becomes +20 10.
- Egyptian mobiles are 11 digits starting with 010, 011, 012 or 015.
Why call Egypt 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 Egypt for $0.46/min — standard rate compared to traditional carriers
- Egyptian mobile numbers start with 01 (Vodafone, Orange, Etisalat, or WE). Drop the 0 when using +20.
Frequently asked questions
How do I call Egypt from the US?
From a US landline or mobile, dial 011, then 20, then the Egypt number without its leading 0. From a mobile you can also dial +20 directly. In BoraPhone, enter +20 and the number and press call.
How do I call Egypt from the UK?
From the UK dial 00, then 20, then the Egypt number without its leading 0. From a mobile, +20 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 Egypt?
Calls to Egypt start at $0.46 per minute with BoraPhone. Landline rates are $0.46/min and mobile rates are $0.46/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 Egypt?
Landlines and mobiles in Egypt currently cost the same with BoraPhone: $0.46/min.
Do I need an app to call Egypt?
No. BoraPhone works directly in your web browser. Just sign up, add credit, and start calling Egypt in under a minute. No downloads or installations required. It works on desktop, laptop, tablet, and mobile.
What is the country code for Egypt?
The country code for Egypt is +20. When calling with BoraPhone, just enter the full number including the country code and we handle the connection automatically.
What time zone is Egypt in?
Egypt is in Eastern European Time (EET), UTC+2. When it is 9 AM in New York it is 4:00 PM in Egypt; when it is 9 AM in London it is 11:00 AM. Check the local time before calling to reach people at a convenient hour.