Korean-Americans have built vibrant communities in Los Angeles' Koreatown, the New York–New Jersey area and Atlanta. Here is exactly how to call a Korean landline or mobile from the United States.
How to dial South Korea from United States of America (USA)
- 1Dial the exit code 011
From United States of America (USA), every international call starts with the exit code 011. On a mobile you can type + instead - it stands in for the exit code automatically.
- 2Add South Korea's country code +82
Next comes +82, the country code that routes your call to South Korea.
- 3Add the area or city code
Then the destination's area or city code - see the common South Korea codes below.
- 4Dial the local number
Finish with the subscriber number. The full format for South Korea is +82 XX XXXX XXXX.
A South Korea number dialed from United States of America (USA) looks like this:
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Rates to South Korea
| Number type | Per minute | 10-minute call |
|---|---|---|
| Landline | $0.07 | $0.70 |
| Mobile | $0.04 | $0.40 |
Prices as of October 30, 2026. Rates can change.
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South Korea is 14h ahead of United States of America (USA).
When it's a friendly 9 AM–9 PM in South Korea, it's 7 PM–7 AM where you are.
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South Korea area codes
South Korean area codes after +82 (drop the leading 0 from the local number).
| Area code | City / region |
|---|---|
| +82 2 | Seoul |
| +82 31 | Gyeonggi (Suwon, Incheon area) |
| +82 32 | Incheon |
| +82 33 | Gangwon (Chuncheon) |
| +82 41 | Chungnam (Cheonan) |
| +82 42 | Daejeon |
| +82 43 | Chungbuk (Cheongju) |
| +82 51 | Busan |
| +82 52 | Ulsan |
| +82 53 | Daegu |
| +82 54 | Gyeongbuk (Pohang) |
| +82 55 | Gyeongnam (Changwon) |
| +82 62 | Gwangju |
| +82 63 | Jeonbuk (Jeonju) |
| +82 64 | Jeju |
Mobile numbers start with 10 (e.g. +82 10 XXXX XXXX after dropping the 0).
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Calling South Korea from United States of America (USA)
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Frequently asked questions
How do I dial South Korea from United States of America (USA)?
From United States of America (USA), dial the exit code 011, then South Korea's country code +82, then the area code and the local number. On a mobile you can press + in place of 011.
How much does it cost to call South Korea from United States of America (USA)?
With Hyallo you pay $0.04/min to call South Korea - a fraction of typical carrier and roaming rates - and your first call is free.
Can I call a South Korea landline or mobile from my browser?
Yes. Hyallo connects your browser straight to the phone network, so you can reach any South Korea landline or mobile from United States of America (USA) with nothing to install.
Do I need an app to call South Korea from United States of America (USA)?
No. Hyallo runs in your browser on any computer or phone, so there is nothing to install.
What is the best time to call South Korea from United States of America (USA)?
Call between 9 AM–9 PM in South Korea, which is 7 PM–7 AM in United States of America (USA).
What is the country code for South Korea?
The country code for South Korea is +82. From United States of America (USA), dial 011 first, or press + on a mobile.