If you haven’t called abroad before, it may appear challenging. But it is not difficult to call Afghanistan from the USA when you know the numbers to call.
Consider discussing this with family, a friend or contact for business. For whatever reason, while on the telephone you can dial an Afghan mobile or landline.
All you have to have is Afghanistan’s country code: +93. You’ll also require the right local phone number and an international calling service that will allow calls to Afghanistan.
The following blog will discuss everything you need to know about calling Afghanistan from the US.
What Do You Need Before Calling Afghanistan?
Ensure that you dial the correct phone number before calling. Also, you need to understand if you are calling a mobile phone or a landline, since the number format could be different.
Here is the basic information:
- Afghanistan’s country code: +93
- Canada exit code: 1121
- From abroad: 011 + 93 + phone number.
- Call from a mobile phone: +93 + phone number
On most mobile phones the international exit code is replaced by a plus sign. When making a call from a landline telephone in the USA, you will typically have to dial 011 first.
The interesting thing about the Afghan telephone number is that there is a leading zero. In general, any local number that begins with “0” must be prepended with “01” for international calls.
How to Dial an Afghan Number Correctly?
Let’s look at an example to make it easier to understand.
For instance, a friend in Afghanistan gives you this local mobile number:
Suppose your friend in Afghanistan gives you this local mobile number:
070 123 4567
The local number is not available for dialing from the USA. The international dialing code must be included.
Here, first delete the leading zero. Then add Afghanistan’s Country Code.
The number becomes:
+93 70 123 4567
If you are calling from a US landline, dial:
011 93 70 123 4567
After typing the full number, press the call button and wait for the call to be connected.
This is just a sample. Your contact could well have a different mobile number or prefix, so please always use their correct number.
What is the Cost of Making a Call to Afghanistan?
The cost of calling Afghanistan from the USA is different. The charges will vary depending on your telephone service provider, the type of number you dial, and the telephone plan you are using.
Some carriers charge per-minute fees for Internet calls to other countries. There are also others who provide calling packages which can help to decrease the costs if you call Afghanistan frequently.
If you only call your friends and relatives sometimes, your regular phone plan may be sufficient. But for those who call frequently, it is worth looking at international packages or other calling services.
Don’t presume that a plan with international minutes includes Afghanistan.
What’s the Best Time to Call Afghanistan?
Afghanistan observes Afghanistan Time (UTC + 4:30). Regional time difference between Afghanistan and the USA varies according to US time zone and season.
For instance, 12 PM in New York, USA (Eastern Standard Time) is 9:30 PM in Afghanistan. Eastern Daylight Time is 8:30 PM there.
If you are calling friends or relatives, see if there is a time that is convenient for both parties. Before dialing business calls, check the recipient’s local working hours before dialing.
To prevent calling too early in the morning or too late at night, it is a good idea to check the time zone.
FAQs on Call to Afghanistan
Q1. Which country has the number 00 93 as its country code?
Afghanistan’s country code is +93. Call it following the country exit code 011, or dial it straight with the plus sign on your cell phone.
Q2. Is it free to call Afghanistan from the USA?
Certain web calling software provide complimentary calls between users that use the same software. Normal telephone numbers in Afghanistan can incur charges when called.
Q3. Should I drop the zero off an Afghan telephone number?
With domestic numbers that start with a 0, you typically skip that 0 when calling overseas.
Q4. Why can’t I call to Afghanistan?
To make the call correctly, review the country code first, then the phone number, and international calling. If the problem persists, please contact your provider.
Q5. Does VoIP cost less than a normal international call?
It may be, based on the service provider and charges. Before you select a service, be sure to consider the overall price and the features included.
Final Words
Once you understand the format, making calls from the USA to Afghanistan will be easy.
Always verify your number and research international rates before calling to prevent unnecessary charges. For personal or business calls to and from abroad, it may be possible to become more convenient to communicate through an appropriate calling plan or VoIP service.
