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Laos Country Code: +856

The international calling code for Laos is +856. You need this code to dial any phone number in Laos 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 Laos, including the correct number format, trunk prefix, and worked examples.

Country Code
+856
ISO Code
LA
Trunk Prefix
0
Drop when dialing from abroad
Example Number
+856 20 23 123 456

How to Call Laos from Abroad

Follow these steps to dial a phone number in Laos from any other country. The process is the same whether you are calling a landline or a mobile number.

  1. 1
    Dial 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.

  2. 2
    Dial Laos's country code: 856

    After the + or exit code, enter 856. This routes your call to Laos's telephone network.

  3. 3
    Drop the trunk prefix (0) from the local number

    When a Laos number starts with 0 domestically, remove it when dialing internationally. The trunk prefix is only used for calls within Laos itself.

  4. 4
    Dial the remaining local number

    Enter the area code (if applicable) and the subscriber number. The complete international number should look like this: +856 20 23 123 456

Laos Phone Number Format

Landline Numbers

Landline numbers in Laos 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 +856.

Mobile Numbers

Mobile phone numbers in Laos typically begin with 20 (after the country code). When calling a Laos mobile from abroad, remember to drop the leading 0 before the mobile prefix.

International Format Example

+856 20 23 123 456
+856 = Country codeRemaining digits = Area code + subscriber number

Dialing Example: Calling Laos

Suppose you want to call a Laos number that is written domestically with the trunk prefix 0. Here is how to convert it to the international format:

Domestic format:02023123456
Remove prefix (0):2023123456
Add country code:+856 20 23 123 456

Laos Calling Rates on Kinvo

Kinvo offers affordable international calling rates to Laos. Calls are made directly from your browser with HD voice quality. No app download required.

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Call Laos from Your Browser

With Kinvo, you can call landlines and mobiles in Laos 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 +856 followed by the local number.

Every new account includes a free 1-minute test call. No credit card required.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Laos Country Code

What is the country code for Laos?

The international dialing code for Laos is +856. This code must be dialed before the local phone number when calling Laos from any other country. The ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 code for Laos is LA.

How do I call Laos from the United States?

From the US, dial 011 (the US exit code) followed by 856 (the Laos country code) and then the local number without the leading 0. Alternatively, dial +856 from a mobile phone. For example: +856 20 23 123 456.

Do I need to drop the 0 when calling Laos internationally?

Yes. When calling Laos from abroad, you must remove the leading 0 (trunk prefix) from the beginning of the number and replace it with the country code +856. This trunk prefix is only used for domestic long-distance calls within Laos.

What do Laos mobile numbers start with?

Mobile phone numbers in Laos typically start with 20 after the country code +856. When dialing from abroad, the full mobile number would begin with +856 20...

Can I call Laos from my browser?

Yes. Kinvo allows you to call any phone number in Laos 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 +856 followed by the local number. Calls include HD voice quality and end-to-end encryption.