Lebanon country code, +961 explained.
Lebanon, a small but culturally dynamic Middle Eastern nation on the Mediterranean coast, is home to one of the world's most active diasporas, with Lebanese communities across Brazil, Argentina, the United States, West Africa, and beyond estimated to outnumber the domestic population.
Full dial format
+961 XXX XXXXXXX
Lebanon
LB
2 Digit ISO
+961
Country Calling Code
LBN
3 Digit ISO
Capital
Beirut
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Time Zone
Asia/Beirut
Weather · Beirut
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How To Call Lebanon: Country Code +961
Calling Lebanon 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 Lebanon Country Code
Dial +961 right after your exit code. This is the country code for Lebanon.
Find the Area Code
Cities in Lebanon 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 Lebanoncity with the area code and local number, you'd dial (from the US): 011 · +961 · [area code] · [local number]
Or use +961 directly on mobile — no exit code needed.
Lebanon — Key Facts & Calling Guide
Everything you need before dialing Lebanon.
Country Details
- Country Code+961
- CapitalBeirut
- RegionAsia
- TimezoneAsia/Beirut
- Numbering ZoneZone 9
- Code Length1–2 digits
How to Dial Lebanon
- 1Dial your exit code (e.g. 011 from the US, 00 from Europe).
- 2Add the country code: +961.
- 3Enter the area code, if the city requires one.
- 4Dial the local subscriber number.
Full Dial Format
Exit Code + 961 + Area + Number
Additional Tips
A few things to keep in mind before you dial Lebanon — from mobile prefixes to timing your call just right.
Mobile Phones
Drop the leading "0" in the area code and dial directly after +961 when reaching mobiles in Lebanon.
Cost
International calls to Lebanon can cost more than domestic ones — use Teloz VoIP for carrier-grade rates.
Time Differences
Lebanon runs on Asia/Beirut. It's currently --:-- there — call at a sensible local hour.
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