Kuwait Country Code: +965
The international calling code for Kuwait is +965. You need this code to dial any phone number in Kuwait 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 Kuwait, including the correct number format, trunk prefix, and worked examples.
How to Call Kuwait from Abroad
Follow these steps to dial a phone number in Kuwait 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 Kuwait's country code: 965
After the + or exit code, enter 965. This routes your call to Kuwait's telephone network.
- 3Dial the full local number
Kuwait 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: +965 500 12345
Kuwait Phone Number Format
Landline Numbers
Landline numbers in Kuwait typically include an area code that identifies the city or region, followed by the subscriber number.
Mobile Numbers
Mobile phone numbers in Kuwait typically begin with 5 (after the country code).
International Format Example
Dialing Example: Calling Kuwait
Kuwait does not use a trunk prefix, so the domestic and international formats are very similar. Simply add +965 before the local number:
Kuwait Calling Rates on Kinvo
Kinvo offers affordable international calling rates to Kuwait. Calls are made directly from your browser with HD voice quality. No app download required.
View Kuwait calling ratesCall Kuwait from Your Browser
With Kinvo, you can call landlines and mobiles in Kuwait 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 +965 followed by the local number.
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Frequently Asked Questions: Kuwait Country Code
What is the country code for Kuwait?
The international dialing code for Kuwait is +965. This code must be dialed before the local phone number when calling Kuwait from any other country. The ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 code for Kuwait is KW.
How do I call Kuwait from the United States?
From the US, dial 011 (the US exit code) followed by 965 (the Kuwait country code) and then the local number. Alternatively, dial +965 from a mobile phone. For example: +965 500 12345.
Do I need to drop the 0 when calling Kuwait internationally?
Kuwait does not use a trunk prefix that needs to be removed. Simply add the country code +965 before the local number as-is.
What do Kuwait mobile numbers start with?
Mobile phone numbers in Kuwait typically start with 5 after the country code +965. When dialing from abroad, the full mobile number would begin with +965 5...
Can I call Kuwait from my browser?
Yes. Kinvo allows you to call any phone number in Kuwait 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 +965 followed by the local number. Calls include HD voice quality and end-to-end encryption.
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