Canada Country Code: +1
The international calling code for Canada is +1. You need this code to dial any phone number in Canada 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 Canada, including the correct number format, trunk prefix, and worked examples.
How to Call Canada from Abroad
Follow these steps to dial a phone number in Canada 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 Canada's country code: 1
After the + or exit code, enter 1. This routes your call to Canada's telephone network.
- 3Dial the full local number
Canada does not use a trunk prefix, so dial the local number exactly as written after the country code. No digits need to be removed.
- 4Dial the remaining local number
Enter the area code (if applicable) and the subscriber number. The complete international number should look like this: +1 416 123 4567
Canada Phone Number Format
Landline Numbers
Landline numbers in Canada typically include an area code that identifies the city or region, followed by the subscriber number.
Mobile Numbers
Mobile phone numbers in Canada do not have a distinct mobile-only prefix; landline and mobile numbers share the same numbering structure.
International Format Example
Dialing Example: Calling Canada
Canada does not use a trunk prefix, so the domestic and international formats are very similar. Simply add +1 before the local number:
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With Kinvo, you can call landlines and mobiles in Canada 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 +1 followed by the local number.
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Frequently Asked Questions: Canada Country Code
What is the country code for Canada?
The international dialing code for Canada is +1. This code must be dialed before the local phone number when calling Canada from any other country. The ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 code for Canada is CA.
How do I call Canada from the United States?
From the US, dial 011 (the US exit code) followed by 1 (the Canada country code) and then the local number. Alternatively, dial +1 from a mobile phone. For example: +1 416 123 4567.
Do I need to drop the 1 when calling Canada internationally?
Canada does not use a trunk prefix that needs to be removed. Simply add the country code +1 before the local number as-is.
What do Canada mobile numbers start with?
Canada does not have a dedicated mobile number prefix. Mobile and landline numbers share the same numbering plan. You can dial both types using the country code +1 followed by the full local number.
Can I call Canada from my browser?
Yes. Kinvo allows you to call any phone number in Canada 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 +1 followed by the local number. Calls include HD voice quality and end-to-end encryption.
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