Syria Country Code + International Calling Guide

📲 How to Call Syria from Abroad

Follow these 4 simple steps to dial any phone number in Syria:

1. 1
   Dial your international access code

   Most countries use 00 or +. From mobile phones, the + symbol works worldwide.

2. 2
   Dial Syria's country code: +963

   Dial +963 immediately after the international access code. Do not include the + again if you already used 00.

3. 3
   Dial the city or area code

   For landlines, dial the city code (drop any leading 0). For mobile numbers, skip this step.

4. 4
   Dial the local phone number

   Enter the remaining digits of the recipient's phone number to complete the call.

💡 Example: To call Baghdad from the US, dial 011 +963 1 [number]. From mobile: + +963 1 [number].

☎️ Complete Guide to Calling Syria

How to Call Abroad from Syria

To call another country from Syria: dial the international exit code (00 in most countries, or press and hold 0 on a mobile to get +), then the destination country code, then the area code (without its leading 0), then the number. Example: to call the US, dial 00 1 [number] or + 1 [number].

International Number Format (E.164)

The global standard format for Syria numbers is +963 followed by the national number without its leading 0. A full international number has at most 15 digits including the country code. Save all your contacts this way so they work from anywhere in the world and in every app.

💡 Example: +963 [national number without the leading 0]

Tips to Lower Your Call Costs to Syria

• Use internet apps like WhatsApp, Viber or Messenger for free calls over Wi-Fi.
• Buy a local SIM or eSIM when traveling to Syria to pay local rates.
• Activate an international plan from your carrier before you travel.
• Use Wi-Fi Calling when available to avoid roaming charges.
• Compare calling-card and VoIP providers for the lowest per-minute rate.

Why Isn't My Call Connecting? Common Fixes

• You dialed 00 and + together — use only one of them.
• You kept the leading 0 of the area or mobile code — remove it for international calls.
• You forgot the country code +963 — it must come right after the exit code.
• You added a city code to a mobile number — mobile numbers don't need one.
• Your line isn't enabled for international calls — check with your carrier.
• Wrong time — make sure it isn't the middle of the night in Syria.

Common Questions About Calling Syria

📞 Complete Dialing Guide for Syria

📲 How to Call Syria from Other Countries

To reach Syria, first dial your country's international exit code, then Syria's country code +963, then the local number without its leading 0. The table below shows the exact start of the dialing sequence from major countries.

On a mobile phone you can replace the exit code with the + sign, then dial +963 and the number — it works worldwide.

⏰ Best Time to Call Syria

Syria uses UTC+3. People there are usually awake from 09:00 to 21:00 local time, so the table below shows the best time to call Syria from major countries — in the caller's local time.

Times are approximate and may shift by about an hour during daylight saving time.

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💳 Tipping Culture

10% tip appreciated where service is available.

🚄 Transport

Damaged infrastructure due to conflict | Limited bus services in government areas | Syrian Arab Airlines (limited) | Car with driver recommended | Check all advisories

✈️ Airports

4 airports | Damascus International Airport DAM (main, limited flights) | Aleppo International ALP (damaged) | Latakia LTK | Deir ez-Zor DEZ

🗺️ Administrative Divisions

Syria is divided into 14 governorates.

📅 Best Time to Visit

October–April offers pleasant, mild temperatures in Syria. Avoid June–August when temperatures exceed 45°C (113°F). Ramadan dates shift yearly — restaurants and attractions operate reduced hours; respect daytime fasting in public.

📶 SIM & Internet

Tourist SIM cards available at airports — bring passport for registration. eSIM growing (Airalo, Holafly work in most countries). Data is affordable ($5–20 for 5–20GB). VPN apps may be restricted; download before arrival. Free Wi-Fi available in hotels, malls, and cafés.

👔 Dress Code & Etiquette

Modest dress is essential in Syria: cover shoulders, knees, and chest. Women should carry a scarf for mosques and conservative areas. Saudi Arabia and Iran have specific dress codes — abaya/headscarf required in Iran. UAE and Bahrain are more relaxed but modesty still appreciated.

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🚨 Emergency numbers in Syria

Knowing the right emergency number in Syria can save lives. Below are the official police, fire and ambulance numbers, free to dial from any phone within the country.

Dial these numbers free of charge from any phone inside Syria. They generally work only within the country, not from abroad.

These numbers are provided for guidance and verified from public emergency-services data; always confirm with local authorities. In a life-threatening situation, call the local number shown above immediately.

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