Call South Korea
Call from anywhere in the world. No app needed.
Mobile
$0.07
per minute
Landline
$0.11
per minute
Rates last updated March 2026
Save up to 95% on calls to South Korea
Compare per-minute rates from major US carriers
| Provider | Plan | Rate /min | You save |
|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | AT&T International Day Pass | $1.50 | 95% |
| Verizon | Verizon International Plan | $1.49 | 95% |
| T-Mobile | T-Mobile Stateside International | $0.20 | 65% |
| Callana | Pay as you go | $0.07 | Best price |
How to call South Korea
Call with Callana
Enter the number with the country code. No exit codes or international prefixes needed.
From a regular phone
Dial your country's exit code, then the country code +82, then the local number.
Area codes for major cities
Seoul
+82-2
Busan
+82-51
Incheon
+82-32
Daegu
+82-53
Daejeon
+82-42
About South Korea
Capital
Seoul
Timezone
Korean Time
UTC +09:00
Currency
South Korean Won
KRW
Population
52M
Languages
Korean
Country code
+82
Connection quality
Excellent
Mobile prevalence
High
Best time to call
9 AM – 9 PM local time
Korean Time (UTC +09:00)
Calling tips
Korean mobile numbers start with 010. Drop the leading 0 when dialing internationally.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to call South Korea?
With Callana, calls to South Korea cost $0.07/min to mobile phones and $0.11/min to landlines. No subscription or app download required.
How do I call South Korea?
The easiest way is to use Callana in your browser — select South Korea from the dropdown menu, enter the local number, and we connect you instantly. No exit codes or international prefixes needed, and you can call from any country.
Do I need an app to call South Korea?
No. Callana works directly in your browser — no app download needed. Just open web.callana.app, add credit, and start calling South Korea immediately.
What is the country code for South Korea?
The international dialing code for South Korea is +82.
What is the best time to call South Korea?
South Korea is in the Asia/Seoul timezone (UTC +09:00). Business hours are typically 9 AM to 6 PM local time. Callana is available 24/7 so you can call anytime.
Is the call quality good to South Korea?
Call quality to South Korea is rated as excellent. Callana uses premium voice routes to ensure clear, reliable connections.
What are the area codes for major cities in South Korea?
Major city area codes in South Korea: Seoul (2), Busan (51), Incheon (32), Daegu (53), Daejeon (42). When using Callana, you can dial the full number including the area code and we route it automatically.
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