Egypt country code, +20 explained.
Egypt, the most populous country in the Arab world, serves as a critical crossroads between Africa, the Middle East, and the Mediterranean, with a diverse economy spanning tourism, Suez Canal revenues, natural gas, and a rapidly growing tech and outsourcing sector.
Full dial format
+20 XXX XXXXXXX
Egypt
EG
2 Digit ISO
+20
Country Calling Code
EGY
3 Digit ISO
Capital
Cairo
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Tuesday, July 14, 2026
Time Zone
Africa/Cairo
Weather · Cairo
Humidity
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How To Call Egypt: Country Code +20
Calling Egypt from abroad is simple. Just follow these four steps to connect.
Know Your Exit Code
Every country has an exit code for international calls. In the US it is "011". Look yours up online — it takes seconds.
Dial Egypt Country Code
Dial +20 right after your exit code. This is the country code for Egypt.
Find the Area Code
Cities in Egypt use different area codes. Find the one for the place you are calling.
Dial the Local Phone Number
Enter the 6–8 digit number of the person or business you want to reach.
Example
To call a friend in a Egyptcity with the area code and local number, you'd dial (from the US): 011 · +20 · [area code] · [local number]
Or use +20 directly on mobile — no exit code needed.
Egypt — Key Facts & Calling Guide
Everything you need before dialing Egypt.
Country Details
- Country Code+20
- CapitalCairo
- RegionAfrica
- TimezoneAfrica/Cairo
- Numbering ZoneZone 2
- Code Length1–2 digits
How to Dial Egypt
- 1Dial your exit code (e.g. 011 from the US, 00 from Europe).
- 2Add the country code: +20.
- 3Enter the area code, if the city requires one.
- 4Dial the local subscriber number.
Full Dial Format
Exit Code + 20 + Area + Number
Additional Tips
A few things to keep in mind before you dial Egypt — from mobile prefixes to timing your call just right.
Mobile Phones
Drop the leading "0" in the area code and dial directly after +20 when reaching mobiles in Egypt.
Cost
International calls to Egypt can cost more than domestic ones — use Teloz VoIP for carrier-grade rates.
Time Differences
Egypt runs on Africa/Cairo. It's currently --:-- there — call at a sensible local hour.
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