Call Iran from United States
Affordable calls from United States to Iran. No app needed.
Mobile
$1.15
per minute
Landline
$1.09
per minute
Same rate whether you call from United States or anywhere else
How major carriers compare
| Provider | Rate | Plan |
|---|---|---|
| Callana | $1.15/min | Pay as you go |
| AT&T | $3.00/min | AT&T International Day Pass |
| Verizon | $2.99/min | Verizon International Plan |
| T-Mobile | $0.25/min | T-Mobile Stateside International |
Carrier rates are approximate and may vary. Callana rates are the same regardless of where you call from.
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Best Way to Call Iran from United States
Browser-Based (Callana)
Call directly from your browser at web.callana.app. No app download, no SIM card needed. Works from any country.
VoIP / Internet Calling
Use a VoIP service over WiFi or mobile data. Best for regular international callers who make frequent calls to Iran.
Traditional Carrier
Dial 011 + 98 + local number from your United States phone. Rates vary by carrier and plan.
How to call Iran
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 +98, then the local number.
Area codes for major cities
Tehran
+98-21
Isfahan
+98-31
Shiraz
+98-71
Mashhad
+98-51
Tabriz
+98-41
Common Issues When Calling Iran
Dialing CodeDrop the leading 0 from Iranian mobile numbers
Drop the leading 0 from Iranian mobile numbers
Iranian mobile numbers start with 09 domestically (e.g. 091X-XXX-XXXX). When calling from abroad, drop the 0: dial +98 9XX-XXX-XXXX.
BlockedVoIP and internet calling services are heavily restricted
VoIP and internet calling services are heavily restricted
Iran blocks many VoIP services. Standard international phone calls through traditional networks are the most reliable way to reach numbers in Iran. Browser-based calling services may be affected.
RoutingInternational sanctions may affect call routing
International sanctions may affect call routing
Some international carriers restrict or don't support calls to Iran. If a call fails to connect, it may be a routing restriction rather than a wrong number. Try an alternative calling service.
Calling Iran from United States
Time difference
Iran is 8.5 hours ahead of US Eastern Time
Best time to call
Morning US (9-11 AM ET) = evening Iran (5:30-7:30 PM IRST)
Popular cities called
Tehran, Isfahan, Mashhad, Shiraz, Tabriz
Peak calling seasons
Nowruz, Yalda Night, Sizdah Bedar
Calling tips
Nowruz (Persian New Year, March 20-21) is the most important family celebration. Yalda Night (Dec 21) is also significant.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to call Iran from United States?
With Callana, calls from United States to Iran cost $1.15/min to mobile phones and $1.09/min to landlines. No subscription required — just pay as you go.
What time should I call Iran from United States?
Morning US (9-11 AM ET) = evening Iran (5:30-7:30 PM IRST). Iran is 8.5 hours ahead of US Eastern Time. Callana is available 24/7 so you can call anytime.
How do I call Iran from United States?
The easiest way is to use Callana in your browser — just enter the Iran number and we connect you instantly. From a regular phone in United States, dial 011 + 98 + the local number.
Do I need a special app to call Iran?
No. Callana works directly in your browser — no app download needed. Just open web.callana.app, add credit, and start calling Iran from United States immediately.
What is the best way to call Iran from United States?
The easiest way is to use Callana's browser-based calling — no app needed, just open web.callana.app and dial. For traditional calling from United States, dial 011 then +98 followed by the local number. Callana offers the same low rates regardless of where you call from.
Why is my call to Iran not connecting?
Common issues when calling Iran include using the wrong country code format and incorrect digit count. Make sure you're dialing the full international number with the correct country code. If using Callana, enter the number without any exit codes — we handle the routing automatically.