Iran country code, +98 explained.
Iran, a major Middle Eastern nation with Tehran as its capital and the +98 country code, is home to the region's second-largest population and significant natural resources including the world's second-largest natural gas reserves.
Full dial format
+98 XXX XXXXXXX
Iran
IR
2 Digit ISO
+98
Country Calling Code
IRN
3 Digit ISO
Capital
Tehran
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Time Zone
Asia/Tehran
Weather · Tehran
Humidity
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Wind
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How To Call Iran: Country Code +98
Calling Iran 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 Iran Country Code
Dial +98 right after your exit code. This is the country code for Iran.
Find the Area Code
Cities in Iran 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 Irancity with the area code and local number, you'd dial (from the US): 011 · +98 · [area code] · [local number]
Or use +98 directly on mobile — no exit code needed.
Iran — Key Facts & Calling Guide
Everything you need before dialing Iran.
Country Details
- Country Code+98
- CapitalTehran
- RegionAsia
- TimezoneAsia/Tehran
- Numbering ZoneZone 9
- Code Length2 digits
How to Dial Iran
- 1Dial your exit code (e.g. 011 from the US, 00 from Europe).
- 2Add the country code: +98.
- 3Enter the area code, if the city requires one.
- 4Dial the local subscriber number.
Full Dial Format
Exit Code + 98 + Area + Number
Additional Tips
A few things to keep in mind before you dial Iran — from mobile prefixes to timing your call just right.
Mobile Phones
Drop the leading "0" in the area code and dial directly after +98 when reaching mobiles in Iran.
Cost
International calls to Iran can cost more than domestic ones — use Teloz VoIP for carrier-grade rates.
Time Differences
Iran runs on Asia/Tehran. It's currently --:-- there — call at a sensible local hour.
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