What is the country code for Bangladesh?

Bangladesh's country code is +880. Dial it after the UK exit code (00 or +) and before the local Bangladeshi number.

Do I need to remove the 0 from a Bangladeshi number when calling from the UK?

Yes. The leading 0 is a domestic trunk prefix used only within Bangladesh. When dialing internationally, remove it. For example, a mobile number 01711 XXXXXX becomes +880 1711 XXXXXX.

How much does Sayfone charge to call Bangladesh from the UK?

Sayfone offers calls to Bangladesh at $0.10/min with transparent per-minute pricing. You can call directly from your browser with no app download required.

What time should I call Bangladesh from the UK?

Bangladesh is UTC+6 year-round. The UK is UTC+0 in winter and UTC+1 in summer, giving a 5- to 6-hour gap. Early UK afternoon (12–3 PM) corresponds to early Bangladesh evening (6–9 PM), which is a convenient window for personal calls.

Can I call a Bangladeshi mobile from a UK landline?

Yes. Dial 00 880 followed by the 10-digit mobile number without the leading 0. For example: 00 880 17XX XXXXXX. The same format works for any UK phone or browser-based calling service.

What are common area codes for cities in Bangladesh?

Major Bangladeshi landline area codes include 2 for Dhaka, 31 for Chittagong (Chattogram), 821 for Sylhet, 41 for Khulna, and 721 for Rajshahi. When dialing from the UK, drop the leading 0 that precedes these codes domestically.

Why is my call to Bangladesh not going through?

The most common reason is including the leading 0 in the number. Ensure you dial 00 880 (or +880) then the number without the 0. Also verify the area code is correct for landlines, as codes vary in length across regions.

Quick Answer

Call Bangladesh from the United Kingdom

From the UK, dial 00 880 followed by the Bangladeshi phone number without the leading 0. On a mobile, you can use +880 instead of 00 880. Sayfone lets you call Bangladesh at $0.10/min from your browser — no app download needed.

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🇬🇧From United Kingdom

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$0.10

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+880

Country code

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The UK is home to one of Europe's largest Bangladeshi diaspora communities. Whether you're catching up with family in Dhaka, Sylhet, or Chittagong, the dialing steps below will get you connected quickly.

Steps at a glance

Dial 00 (the UK's international exit code) or use + on a mobile
Dial 880 (Bangladesh's country code)
Dial the local number without the leading 0
Press call — for a Dhaka landline example: 00 880 2 XXXX XXXX

Sources

1
Telephone numbers in Bangladesh — Wikipedia
Country code and number format reference
2
ITU — Assigned country codes
Authoritative source for +880 assignment

DIALING GUIDE

How to Dial a Bangladeshi Number from the UK

Follow these steps to reach any mobile or landline number in Bangladesh from a UK phone or browser-based service.

1
Dial the UK exit code
From a UK landline, dial 00 to signal an international call. From a UK mobile, you can use the + symbol instead, which your phone converts to the correct exit code.
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00 or +
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2
Enter Bangladesh's country code
Immediately after the exit code, dial 880. This routes the call into Bangladesh's telephone network.
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00 880
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3
Dial the Bangladeshi number without the leading 0
Bangladesh uses a leading 0 for domestic calls (e.g., 01X for mobiles, 02 for Dhaka landlines). When dialing internationally, drop this 0. For a mobile number that locally starts with 017, dial 17 after the country code. For a Dhaka landline starting with 02, dial 2.
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00 880 17 XXXX XXXX (mobile) or 00 880 2 XXXX XXXX (Dhaka landline)
```
4
Place the call
The full sequence is: 00 + 880 + local number (minus leading 0). On a mobile: +880 followed by the local number without the 0. With Sayfone, enter the number from your browser at $0.10/min.
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+880 1711 XXXXXX (mobile) or +880 31 XXX XXXX (Chittagong landline)
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Dialing format reference

+880

Use these patterns when entering a full international number to +880.

Mobile

+880 1X XXXX XXXX

Landline

+880 [area code] [subscriber number]

+880 17 XXXX XXXX (mobile — Grameenphone/other)
+880 2 XXXX XXXX (Dhaka landline)
+880 31 XXX XXXX (Chittagong landline)
+880 821 XXX XXXX (Sylhet landline)

Major city area codes

Dhaka2

Chittagong (Chattogram)31

Sylhet821

Khulna41

Rajshahi721

Sources

1
Telephone numbers in Bangladesh — Wikipedia
Number format and operator prefix reference
2
Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC)
National numbering authority

KEY RULES

Dialing Rules for UK to Bangladesh Calls

Keep these format rules in mind to avoid failed calls or misrouted connections when dialing Bangladesh from the UK.

Always drop the leading 0

Bangladeshi numbers start with 0 when dialed domestically (e.g., 017 for mobile, 02 for Dhaka). When calling from the UK, remove this 0. Dialing +880 0 17… will not connect.

Mobile numbers are 10 digits after +880

Bangladeshi mobile numbers follow the pattern +880 1X XXXX XXXX, totalling 10 digits after the country code. Operator prefixes include 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, and 19. Mobile number portability means the prefix does not always indicate the current operator.

Landline area codes vary in length

Landline area codes in Bangladesh range from 1 to 4 digits. Dhaka uses 2, Chittagong uses 31, and Sylhet uses 821. The total number of digits after +880 varies depending on area code length and subscriber number length.

Use 00 on UK landlines, + on mobiles

The UK's international exit code is 00. On a mobile phone, you can use the + symbol instead, which replaces 00 automatically. Both route the call identically.

Some special numbers may not work internationally

Bangladeshi toll-free numbers (typically starting with 0800 domestically) and short-code service numbers are generally reachable only within Bangladesh. If you need to contact a Bangladeshi service line, try their full geographic or mobile number instead.

TIMING TIPS

Best Times to Call Bangladesh from the UK

Bangladesh is ahead of the UK by 5 to 6 hours depending on the season. Plan your calls so you reach people during reasonable hours.

🇧🇩

Bangladesh Standard Time (BST) is UTC+6 year-round with no daylight saving. The UK observes GMT (UTC+0) in winter and BST (UTC+1) in summer, which shifts the gap between 5 and 6 hours.

Time & windows

UK Winter (GMT)

6 hours behind Bangladesh

When it's 6 PM in Bangladesh, it's 12 PM (noon) in the UK.

UK Summer (BST)

5 hours behind Bangladesh

When it's 6 PM in Bangladesh, it's 1 PM in the UK.

🇬🇧Morning call to Bangladesh

3:00 AM – 6:00 AM UK time (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM in Bangladesh, winter)During UK summer, shift one hour later: 4:00 AM – 7:00 AM UK time.

🇬🇧Evening call to Bangladesh

12:00 PM – 4:00 PM UK time (6:00 PM – 10:00 PM in Bangladesh, winter)A practical window for reaching family after their work day. In UK summer: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM UK time.

🇬🇧Business hours overlap

4:00 AM – 12:00 PM UK time (10:00 AM – 6:00 PM in Bangladesh, winter)The overlap is relatively narrow. In UK summer: 5:00 AM – 1:00 PM UK time.

Calling tips

Bangladesh does not observe daylight saving time, so the time gap changes only when UK clocks shift in late March and late October.
Friday is the weekly holiday in Bangladesh; Saturday and Sunday are working days for many businesses.
Early UK afternoon (12–3 PM) is typically a comfortable evening window (6–9 PM) in Bangladesh for personal calls.
If calling a business in Bangladesh, aim for UK morning hours (5–11 AM winter / 6 AM–12 PM summer) to align with Bangladeshi office hours.

Business etiquette

Greet with 'Assalamu Alaikum' for a respectful opening, especially in a formal context.
Bangladeshi business culture values courtesy — brief personal inquiries before diving into business are appreciated.
Confirm the recipient's preferred call time in advance when scheduling business calls across the time gap.

Sources

1
Bangladesh Standard Time — Wikipedia
Bangladesh UTC+6, no DST since 2010
2
Time Zones in Bangladesh — timeanddate.com
Confirms no DST in Bangladesh

TROUBLESHOOTING

Common Issues When Calling Bangladesh from the UK

If your call to Bangladesh is not connecting, check these common causes before trying again.

Call not connecting at all

The most common cause is leaving the leading 0 in the Bangladeshi number. Remove it: +880 17… not +880 017…. Also verify you dialed 00 (or +) before 880.

Wrong number or unexpected destination

Double-check the area code. Bangladeshi landline area codes vary in length (1–4 digits). Dialing the wrong area code can route your call to a different city or fail entirely.

Call drops or poor audio quality

Network congestion in Bangladesh can occasionally cause call quality issues, especially during peak hours or adverse weather. Try calling again after a few minutes or during off-peak times.

Cannot reach a toll-free or service number

Bangladeshi toll-free and short-code numbers are generally accessible only from within Bangladesh. Try reaching the organisation on their geographic landline or mobile number instead.

Savings

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Adjust the tools below to compare Sayfone with typical retail pricing for calls to Bangladesh. Start with one call, then layer on monthly volume to see the bigger picture.

How to use these tools

Sayfone uses your live rate for calls to Bangladesh — the same basis as the rest of this page.
First, estimate savings on a single call length. Then, model a full month of minutes versus typical retail benchmarks.
Retail competitor rows are illustrative — not a quote from any carrier.