How to Call Mexico
Landline from $0.04/min · Mobile from $0.11/min — from your browser, no app needed
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Dialing Mexico (+52): the short answer
Mexico numbers have no trunk prefix, so dial +52 and then the number exactly as it is written locally.
In BoraPhone you never need an exit code: type +52 and the number, and the call connects from your browser.
Calling Rates for Mexico
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 | $0.20 | $0.56 |
| 10 min | $0.40 | $1.11 |
| 15 min | $0.60 | $1.65 |
| 30 min | $1.20 | $3.30 |
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.
How BoraPhone compares for calls to Mexico
| Service | Published rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| BoraPhone (live) | $0.04 landline / $0.11 mobile | Per minute, no subscription, browser-based |
| Boss Revolution | 1.9¢/min | Mexico Unlimited $3/30 days. As of July 2026. |
| Localphone | 0.4–1.4¢ landline / 1.4¢ mobile | euro cents, excl. VAT. As of July 2026. |
| Rebtel | 1.2¢ landline / 2.4¢ mobile | Mexico Unlimited $3/mo. As of July 2026. |
| Talk360 | ~4¢/min | from app-store listing. As of July 2026. |
| Viber Out | from 1.3¢/min | As of July 2026. |
| Yolla | from 1.1¢/min | As of July 2026. |
Competitor rates are snapshots from their public pricing pages and can change; BoraPhone's rate above is live. Where a competitor is cheaper on paper, check its plan terms: bundled minutes, auto-renewal and expiry rules often change the real cost.
Best time to call Mexico
Mexico is on Multiple time zones, UTC-6 to UTC-8. 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 | 8:00 AM | 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
| Los Angeles | +2 h | 11:00 AM | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| London | -6 h | 3:00 AM | 3:00 PM to 2:00 AM |
Standard time. Daylight saving in either place can shift these by an hour.
Area codes and things to know before you dial Mexico
- All Mexican numbers are 10 digits. Since August 2019 you no longer add 1, 044 or 045 in front of a mobile: dial +52 and the 10 digits for landlines and mobiles alike.
- Mexico City numbers start with 55, Guadalajara 33, Monterrey 81. Border cities such as Tijuana use 3-digit codes (664).
- Most of Mexico is on Central time, the same as Chicago, and no longer observes daylight saving. Baja California follows Pacific time.
Why call Mexico 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 Mexico for $0.04/min — great rate compared to traditional carriers
- Mexico removed the need to dial 1 before mobile numbers in 2019. Just dial +52 followed by the 10-digit number.
Frequently asked questions
How do I call Mexico from the US?
From a US landline or mobile, dial 011, then 52, then the Mexico number. From a mobile you can also dial +52 directly. In BoraPhone, enter +52 and the number and press call.
How do I call Mexico from the UK?
From the UK dial 00, then 52, then the Mexico number. From a mobile, +52 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 Mexico?
Calls to Mexico start at $0.04 per minute with BoraPhone. Landline rates are $0.04/min and mobile rates are $0.11/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 Mexico?
Calling a landline is cheaper. Landlines are $0.04/min and mobiles $0.11/min, so a 10-minute call costs $0.40 to a landline and $1.11 to a mobile.
Is BoraPhone the cheapest way to call Mexico?
Not always, and we would rather say so. As of July 2026, Boss Revolution lists 1.9¢/min for Mexico, and 5 other services publish rates in the comparison above. BoraPhone's live rate is $0.04/min to landlines and $0.11/min to mobiles, billed per minute in your browser with no app, no subscription and no plan that renews. Compare the total for the calls you actually make.
Do I need an app to call Mexico?
No. BoraPhone works directly in your web browser. Just sign up, add credit, and start calling Mexico in under a minute. No downloads or installations required. It works on desktop, laptop, tablet, and mobile.
What is the country code for Mexico?
The country code for Mexico is +52. When calling with BoraPhone, just enter the full number including the country code and we handle the connection automatically.
What time zone is Mexico in?
Mexico is in Multiple time zones, UTC-6 to UTC-8. When it is 9 AM in New York it is 8:00 AM in Mexico; when it is 9 AM in London it is 3:00 AM. Check the local time before calling to reach people at a convenient hour.