Belize Country Code: +501
The international calling code for Belize is +501. You need this code to dial any phone number in Belize from another country. This code is assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) under the E.164 standard. Below you will find everything you need to successfully place a call to Belize, including the correct number format, trunk prefix, and worked examples.
How to Call Belize from Abroad
Follow these steps to dial a phone number in Belize from any other country. The process is the same whether you are calling a landline or a mobile number.
- 1Dial the international access code or +
On a mobile phone, press and hold 0 to get the + symbol. From a landline, dial your country's exit code (00 from most of Europe, 011 from the US/Canada, 0011 from Australia). With Kinvo, simply type + in the dialer.
- 2Dial Belize's country code: 501
After the + or exit code, enter 501. This routes your call to Belize's telephone network.
- 3Drop the trunk prefix (0) from the local number
When a Belize number starts with 0 domestically, remove it when dialing internationally. The trunk prefix is only used for calls within Belize itself.
- 4Dial the remaining local number
Enter the area code (if applicable) and the subscriber number. The complete international number should look like this: +501 622 1234
Belize Phone Number Format
Landline Numbers
Landline numbers in Belize typically include an area code that identifies the city or region, followed by the subscriber number. Domestically, these numbers are prefixed with 0 for long-distance calls. When dialing from abroad, replace the 0 with +501.
Mobile Numbers
Mobile phone numbers in Belize typically begin with 6 (after the country code). When calling a Belize mobile from abroad, remember to drop the leading 0 before the mobile prefix.
International Format Example
Dialing Example: Calling Belize
Suppose you want to call a Belize number that is written domestically with the trunk prefix 0. Here is how to convert it to the international format:
Call Belize from Your Browser
With Kinvo, you can call landlines and mobiles in Belize directly from Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge. No app to install, no subscription. Just sign up, add pay-as-you-go credits (starting from $5), and dial +501 followed by the local number.
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Frequently Asked Questions: Belize Country Code
What is the country code for Belize?
The international dialing code for Belize is +501. This code must be dialed before the local phone number when calling Belize from any other country. The ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 code for Belize is BZ.
How do I call Belize from the United States?
From the US, dial 011 (the US exit code) followed by 501 (the Belize country code) and then the local number without the leading 0. Alternatively, dial +501 from a mobile phone. For example: +501 622 1234.
Do I need to drop the 0 when calling Belize internationally?
Yes. When calling Belize from abroad, you must remove the leading 0 (trunk prefix) from the beginning of the number and replace it with the country code +501. This trunk prefix is only used for domestic long-distance calls within Belize.
What do Belize mobile numbers start with?
Mobile phone numbers in Belize typically start with 6 after the country code +501. When dialing from abroad, the full mobile number would begin with +501 6...
Can I call Belize from my browser?
Yes. Kinvo allows you to call any phone number in Belize directly from your web browser using WebRTC technology. No app download or installation is required. Simply create a free account, add credits (from $5), and dial +501 followed by the local number. Calls include HD voice quality and end-to-end encryption.
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