How to Call the Philippines
Landline from $0.46/min · Mobile from $0.65/min — from your browser, no app needed
Standard rate
Dialing the Philippines (+63): the short answer
Leave out the leading 0 of the domestic number. The +63 country code replaces it.
In BoraPhone you never need an exit code: type +63 and the number, and the call connects from your browser.
Calling Rates for the Philippines
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 | $3.25 |
| 10 min | $4.61 | $6.50 |
| 15 min | $6.90 | $9.75 |
| 30 min | $13.80 | $19.50 |
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 the Philippines
| Service | Published rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| BoraPhone (live) | $0.46 landline / $0.65 mobile | Per minute, no subscription, browser-based |
| Boss Revolution | 13¢ landline / 15.1¢ mobile | As of July 2026. |
| Localphone | 13.6–15.2¢ landline / 14.7–17.1¢ mobile | euro cents, excl. VAT. As of July 2026. |
| Rebtel | 13.2¢ landline / 19.2¢ mobile | no unlimited plan — $12/mo for 120 min. As of July 2026. |
| Talk360 | 18¢ landline / 20¢ mobile | from app-store listing. As of July 2026. |
| Viber Out | from 8.8¢/min | As of July 2026. |
| Yolla | 18¢ landline / 14.4¢ mobile | As of July 2026. |
Some services list a lower headline rate to the Philippines than BoraPhone. That is worth knowing before you top up. BoraPhone's advantages are per-minute billing with no plan, calling from a browser without an app, and the exact rate shown before you dial. If you call the Philippines for hours every month, compare the total cost honestly.
Best time to call the Philippines
The Philippines is on Philippine Standard Time (PST), 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 | +13 h | 10:00 PM | 8:00 PM to 7:00 AM |
| Los Angeles | +16 h | 1:00 AM | 5:00 PM to 4:00 AM |
| London | +8 h | 5:00 PM | 1:00 AM to 12:00 PM |
Standard time. Daylight saving in either place can shift these by an hour.
Area codes and things to know before you dial the Philippines
- Drop the 0: a mobile 0917 xxx xxxx becomes +63 917 xxx xxxx.
- Metro Manila landlines have had 8 digits since October 2019. An old 7-digit number needs an extra digit in front that depends on the provider (8 for PLDT lines, 7 for Globe).
- Most people in the Philippines are reached on mobiles, and mobile rates are noticeably higher than landline rates on every service, not just BoraPhone.
Why call the Philippines 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 Philippines for $0.46/min — standard rate compared to traditional carriers
- Philippine mobile numbers start with 09. When dialing internationally, replace the leading 0 with +63.
Frequently asked questions
How do I call the Philippines from the US?
From a US landline or mobile, dial 011, then 63, then the Philippines number without its leading 0. From a mobile you can also dial +63 directly. In BoraPhone, enter +63 and the number and press call.
How do I call the Philippines from the UK?
From the UK dial 00, then 63, then the Philippines number without its leading 0. From a mobile, +63 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 Philippines?
Calls to the Philippines start at $0.46 per minute with BoraPhone. Landline rates are $0.46/min and mobile rates are $0.65/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 Philippines?
Calling a landline is cheaper. Landlines are $0.46/min and mobiles $0.65/min, so a 10-minute call costs $4.61 to a landline and $6.50 to a mobile.
Is BoraPhone the cheapest way to call the Philippines?
Not always, and we would rather say so. As of July 2026, Boss Revolution lists 13¢ landline / 15.1¢ mobile for the Philippines, and 5 other services publish rates in the comparison above. BoraPhone's live rate is $0.46/min to landlines and $0.65/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 the Philippines?
No. BoraPhone works directly in your web browser. Just sign up, add credit, and start calling the Philippines in under a minute. No downloads or installations required. It works on desktop, laptop, tablet, and mobile.
What is the country code for the Philippines?
The country code for the Philippines is +63. When calling with BoraPhone, just enter the full number including the country code and we handle the connection automatically.
What time zone is the Philippines in?
The Philippines is in Philippine Standard Time (PST), UTC+8. When it is 9 AM in New York it is 10:00 PM in the Philippines; when it is 9 AM in London it is 5:00 PM. Check the local time before calling to reach people at a convenient hour.
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