Libya Country Code: +218
The international calling code for Libya is +218. You need this code to dial any phone number in Libya 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 Libya, including the correct number format, trunk prefix, and worked examples.
How to Call Libya from Abroad
Follow these steps to dial a phone number in Libya 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 Libya's country code: 218
After the + or exit code, enter 218. This routes your call to Libya's telephone network.
- 3Drop the trunk prefix (0) from the local number
When a Libya number starts with 0 domestically, remove it when dialing internationally. The trunk prefix is only used for calls within Libya itself.
- 4Dial the remaining local number
Enter the area code (if applicable) and the subscriber number. The complete international number should look like this: +218 91 1234567
Libya Phone Number Format
Landline Numbers
Landline numbers in Libya 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 +218.
Mobile Numbers
Mobile phone numbers in Libya typically begin with 9 (after the country code). When calling a Libya mobile from abroad, remember to drop the leading 0 before the mobile prefix.
International Format Example
Dialing Example: Calling Libya
Suppose you want to call a Libya number that is written domestically with the trunk prefix 0. Here is how to convert it to the international format:
Libya Calling Rates on Kinvo
Kinvo offers affordable international calling rates to Libya. Calls are made directly from your browser with HD voice quality. No app download required.
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With Kinvo, you can call landlines and mobiles in Libya 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 +218 followed by the local number.
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Frequently Asked Questions: Libya Country Code
What is the country code for Libya?
The international dialing code for Libya is +218. This code must be dialed before the local phone number when calling Libya from any other country. The ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 code for Libya is LY.
How do I call Libya from the United States?
From the US, dial 011 (the US exit code) followed by 218 (the Libya country code) and then the local number without the leading 0. Alternatively, dial +218 from a mobile phone. For example: +218 91 1234567.
Do I need to drop the 0 when calling Libya internationally?
Yes. When calling Libya from abroad, you must remove the leading 0 (trunk prefix) from the beginning of the number and replace it with the country code +218. This trunk prefix is only used for domestic long-distance calls within Libya.
What do Libya mobile numbers start with?
Mobile phone numbers in Libya typically start with 9 after the country code +218. When dialing from abroad, the full mobile number would begin with +218 9...
Can I call Libya from my browser?
Yes. Kinvo allows you to call any phone number in Libya 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 +218 followed by the local number. Calls include HD voice quality and end-to-end encryption.
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