How to Call Russia
Landline from $0.76/min · Mobile from $0.76/min — from your browser, no app needed
Standard rate
Dialing Russia (+7): the short answer
In BoraPhone you never need an exit code: type +7 and the number, and the call connects from your browser.
Calling Rates for Russia
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 | $3.80 | $3.80 |
| 10 min | $7.60 | $7.60 |
| 15 min | $11.40 | $11.40 |
| 30 min | $22.80 | $22.80 |
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 Russia
Russia is on Moscow Time (MSK), UTC+3, with zones out to UTC+12. 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 | +8 h | 5:00 PM | 1:00 AM to 12:00 PM |
| Los Angeles | +11 h | 8:00 PM | 10:00 PM to 9:00 AM |
| London | +3 h | 12:00 PM | 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
Standard time. Daylight saving in either place can shift these by an hour.
Area codes and things to know before you dial Russia
- Domestic numbers start with 8 (the trunk prefix). Replace it with +7: 8 495 xxx xx xx becomes +7 495 xxx xx xx. Mobiles start with 9 after the +7.
- Russia spans eleven time zones and observes no daylight saving. Moscow is UTC+3; Vladivostok is UTC+10.
Why call Russia 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 Russia for $0.76/min — standard rate compared to traditional carriers
- Russians dial 8 before a number domestically. From abroad replace that 8 with +7 and dial the remaining 10 digits.
Frequently asked questions
How do I call Russia from the US?
From a US landline or mobile, dial 011, then 7, then the Russia number. From a mobile you can also dial +7 directly. In BoraPhone, enter +7 and the number and press call.
How do I call Russia from the UK?
From the UK dial 00, then 7, then the Russia number. From a mobile, +7 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 Russia?
Calls to Russia start at $0.76 per minute with BoraPhone. Landline rates are $0.76/min and mobile rates are $0.76/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 Russia?
Landlines and mobiles in Russia currently cost the same with BoraPhone: $0.76/min.
Do I need an app to call Russia?
No. BoraPhone works directly in your web browser. Just sign up, add credit, and start calling Russia in under a minute. No downloads or installations required. It works on desktop, laptop, tablet, and mobile.
What is the country code for Russia?
The country code for Russia is +7. When calling with BoraPhone, just enter the full number including the country code and we handle the connection automatically.
What time zone is Russia in?
Russia is in Moscow Time (MSK), UTC+3, with zones out to UTC+12. When it is 9 AM in New York it is 5:00 PM in Russia; when it is 9 AM in London it is 12:00 PM. Check the local time before calling to reach people at a convenient hour.