Libya country code, +218 explained.
Libya, North Africa's largest country by area, sits at a strategic Mediterranean crossroads with vast oil and gas reserves that continue to drive international business engagement despite ongoing political complexity.
Full dial format
+218 XXX XXXXXXX
Libya
LY
2 Digit ISO
+218
Country Calling Code
LBY
3 Digit ISO
Capital
Tripoli
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Time Zone
Africa/Tripoli
Weather · Tripoli
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How To Call Libya: Country Code +218
Calling Libya 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 Libya Country Code
Dial +218 right after your exit code. This is the country code for Libya.
Find the Area Code
Cities in Libya 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 Libyacity with the area code and local number, you'd dial (from the US): 011 · +218 · [area code] · [local number]
Or use +218 directly on mobile — no exit code needed.
Libya — Key Facts & Calling Guide
Everything you need before dialing Libya.
Country Details
- Country Code+218
- CapitalTripoli
- RegionAfrica
- TimezoneAfrica/Tripoli
- Numbering ZoneZone 2
- Code Length2 digits
How to Dial Libya
- 1Dial your exit code (e.g. 011 from the US, 00 from Europe).
- 2Add the country code: +218.
- 3Enter the area code, if the city requires one.
- 4Dial the local subscriber number.
Full Dial Format
Exit Code + 218 + Area + Number
Additional Tips
A few things to keep in mind before you dial Libya — from mobile prefixes to timing your call just right.
Mobile Phones
Drop the leading "0" in the area code and dial directly after +218 when reaching mobiles in Libya.
Cost
International calls to Libya can cost more than domestic ones — use Teloz VoIP for carrier-grade rates.
Time Differences
Libya runs on Africa/Tripoli. It's currently --:-- there — call at a sensible local hour.
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