How to Make a Long Distance Call From the USA

Long-distance calls are simple if you know all the numbers.

Calling long-distance from the United States is similar to dialing a long-distance number within the country. Both long-distance and international numbers require a city/area code and a local number. International long-distance can cost significantly more than making long-distance calls within the country. Speak with a representative from your phone company about specific charges you may incur if you don't have an international calling plan.

Instructions

1. Dial the international call prefix of "011." This initiates a call to a number outside of the U.S.

2. Dial the country code. Each country code is different. To dial Brazil, for example, enter the country code of "55."

3. Enter the city code for the number you are calling. The international city code functions just like the area code within the U.S.

4. Dial the local phone number. With the combined international prefix, country code, city code, plus local number, you may dial a number that looks similar to this: 011-55-34-3483383

Tips & Warnings

• Use a phone card to make long-distance or international phone calls. On the back of the card, find the toll-free phone number for the calling card company and the calling card's PIN number. Call the toll-free number. When prompted, enter the card's PIN, then dial the international number combination.

References

• UnitedWorldTelecom: How to Place an International Phone Call
• How To Call Abroad
• Everdial: How to Make an International Call
• GetMeCallingCards: Instructions for International Calling Card