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Country Code for Brazil: +55

Americas

+55

Dialing Code

BR

ISO2

BRA

ISO3

R$ BRL

Brazilian Real

UTC-3

Timezone

Feb 28, 2026, 07:33 PM

Current Time

About Brazil Phone Codes

This page provides comprehensive information about Brazil's international dialing system, helping you make seamless phone calls to and from this destination.

The country code for Brazil is +55, which is essential for making international calls to Brazil. Our guide includes detailed dialing instructions, practical examples from major countries, and helpful tips to ensure your calls connect successfully. Whether you're calling for business, staying in touch with family, or making travel arrangements, you'll find all the country code information you need right here.

Beyond the primary phone code, we also provide useful details such as Brazil ISO country code (BR) BRA, local currency Brazilian Real (R$), time zone information (UTC-3), and step-by-step dialing instructions to make your international calling experience as smooth as possible towards Brazil.

How to Call Brazil

International Format: +55 XX XXXX XXXX

  1. 1Dial your country's international access code (usually 00 or +)
  2. 2Dial the Brazil country code: +55
  3. 3Dial the area code and phone number (8-9 digits total)

Examples from Popular Countries dialing to Brazil

From United States:

011 55 11 1234 5678

From United Kingdom:

00 55 11 1234 5678

From Argentina:

00 55 11 1234 5678

BR Emergency Numbers
Child safety helpline

Report bullying or get support

Ministry of Human Rights

Known as 'Disque 100,' this is Brazil's primary line for reporting human rights violations against children.

View all child safety helplines

Carriers in Brazil

When calling or traveling to Brazil, it helps to know the main mobile network operators. You'll find Vivo, Claro, TIM and Oi as the primary options, with stores and coverage across major cities. These carriers typically offer good coverage in urban areas and tourist destinations.

Did you know?

In Brazil, mobile numbers in many regions have 9 digits (starting with 9), while landlines remain 8 digits long.

Brazil's main city phone codes

CityPhone Code
São Paulo+55 11
Rio de Janeiro+55 21
Salvador+55 71
Brasília+55 61
Fortaleza+55 85
Belo Horizonte+55 31
Manaus+55 92
Curitiba+55 41
Recife+55 81
Porto Alegre+55 51
Belém+55 91
Goiânia+55 62
Guarulhos+55 11
Campinas+55 19
São Luís+55 98

Note: These are the main area codes for major cities in Brazil. When calling from abroad, dial the international access code, then +55, then the city code (without the + symbol), followed by the local number.

Scams and telemarketing rules in Brazil

The 0303 prefix is mandatory for sales calls, while 0304 is used for debt collection. Any other prefix for sales is a violation.

Telemarketing/toll-free prefixes: 0303, 0304

Common scams to watch for: Pix transfer fraud, fake bank security centers, Bolsa Família updates.