What is the country code for Germany?

Germany's country code is +49. When calling from Greece, dial 00 49 followed by the German area code (without the leading 0) and the local number.

What is the exit code to call internationally from Greece?

The international exit code from Greece is 00. On a mobile phone, you can also use the + symbol (press and hold 0) as a universal alternative.

How do I call a German mobile number from Greece?

Dial 00 49, then the mobile prefix without the leading 0 (e.g., 171 instead of 0171), followed by the subscriber number. The full sequence looks like: 00 49 171 XXXXXXX.

How much does it cost to call Germany from Greece with Sayfone?

Sayfone offers calls to Germany at $0.68 per minute. You can call directly from your browser — no app download or SIM card needed.

What is the time difference between Greece and Germany?

Greece is 1 hour ahead of Germany year-round. Both countries switch to daylight saving time on the same dates, so the offset remains constant at +1 hour.

Why won't my call to a German 0800 number go through from Greece?

German toll-free numbers (0800) are typically restricted to calls originating within Germany and cannot be reached from international lines. Contact the business for their standard landline or mobile number.

Do I need to drop the 0 from a German phone number when calling from Greece?

Yes. German area codes and mobile prefixes include a leading 0 for domestic dialing (e.g., 030 for Berlin). When calling from Greece, always omit this 0 and dial just 30 after the +49 country code.

Can I call Germany from Greece using my browser?

Yes. Sayfone lets you call German landlines and mobiles directly from your browser at $0.68/min. Just visit Sayfone, enter the German number, and connect — no downloads or app installs required.

Quick Answer

How to Call Germany from Greece

To call Germany from Greece, dial 00 + 49 + area code (without leading 0) + local number. For German mobile numbers, replace the area code with the mobile prefix (e.g., 15x, 16x, or 17x) without the leading 0.

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Whether you're calling family in the Greek diaspora community across Germany or coordinating business between Athens and Berlin, getting the dialing format right ensures your call connects on the first try.

Steps at a glance

Dial 00 — Greece's international exit code
Dial 49 — Germany's country code
Dial the area code or mobile prefix (drop the leading 0)
Dial the local subscriber number

Sources

1
Telephone numbers in Germany – Wikipedia
Country code and numbering plan reference
2
ITU-T E.164 Country Code +49
Official ITU assignment for Germany's country code

DIALING GUIDE

Step-by-Step: Call Germany from Greece

Follow these steps to dial any German landline or mobile number from Greece. The format applies whether you're calling from a Greek landline, mobile phone, or through Sayfone in your browser.

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Dial Greece's exit code: 00
From any Greek landline or mobile phone, start by dialing 00. This signals the Greek telephone network that you're placing an international call. On a mobile phone, you can also press and hold 0 to get the + symbol, then skip to the next step.
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00 ...
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2
Dial Germany's country code: 49
After the exit code, dial 49 — Germany's international country code. This routes your call into the German telephone network.
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00 49 ...
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3
Dial the German area code or mobile prefix (drop the leading 0)
German area codes and mobile prefixes start with 0 when dialed domestically, but you must drop this leading 0 for international calls. For example, Berlin's domestic area code is 030 — dial just 30. For a German mobile number starting with 0171, dial 171.
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00 49 30 ... (Berlin landline) or 00 49 171 ... (mobile)
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4
Dial the local subscriber number
Complete the call by dialing the remaining digits of the German phone number. German subscriber numbers vary in length — landlines in major cities typically have 7–8 digits, while mobile numbers have 7–8 digits after the prefix.
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00 49 30 1234567 (full Berlin landline example)
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Dialing format reference

+49

Use these patterns when entering a full international number to +49.

Mobile

+49 1XX XXXXXXX (10–11 digits after country code)

Landline

+49 [2–5 digit area code] [local number] (total 10–11 digits after country code)

00 49 30 12345678 — Berlin landline
00 49 89 12345678 — Munich landline
00 49 171 1234567 — German mobile
+49 221 1234567 — Cologne landline

Major city area codes

Berlin30

Hamburg40

Munich89

Frankfurt69

Cologne221

Düsseldorf211

Stuttgart711

Leipzig341

Sources

1
Telephone numbers in Germany – Wikipedia
Numbering plan details and area code structure
2
Germany Dialing Guide – How-to-Germany.com
International dialing format and mobile number structure
3
Greece Exit Code – NationsGeo
Greece international dialing exit code confirmation

IMPORTANT RULES

Dialing Rules for Germany from Greece

A few key rules ensure your call connects smoothly. Germany uses an open numbering plan with variable-length numbers, so paying attention to formatting is essential.

Always drop the leading 0

German area codes and mobile prefixes begin with 0 for domestic use (e.g., 030 for Berlin, 0171 for mobile). When calling internationally from Greece, always omit that leading 0. Dial 00 49 30 … not 00 49 030 ….

Germany uses variable-length numbers

German phone numbers don't have a fixed length. Major cities like Berlin and Munich use 2-digit area codes with longer subscriber numbers, while smaller towns may have 4- or 5-digit area codes with shorter subscriber numbers. Total number length (after +49) is typically 10–11 digits.

Identify mobile vs. landline numbers

German mobile numbers use non-geographic prefixes starting with 015x, 016x, or 017x. Landline numbers use geographic area codes (e.g., 30 for Berlin, 89 for Munich). Both types follow the same international dialing format from Greece.

Use + instead of 00 on mobile phones

On a Greek mobile phone, you can press and hold the 0 key to produce the + symbol, then dial +49 followed by the number. This is equivalent to dialing 00 49 and works universally across networks.

Toll-free and premium numbers may not work internationally

German toll-free numbers (0800) and premium-rate numbers (0900) generally cannot be reached from outside Germany. If you need to contact a German business, use their regular landline or mobile number instead.

TIMING & TIPS

Best Times to Call Germany from Greece

Greece is 1 hour ahead of Germany year-round (both countries observe daylight saving time on the same schedule). This small time difference makes it easy to coordinate calls across the corridor.

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With nearly 500,000 Greeks living in Germany and strong trade and tourism ties, calls between these countries are frequent year-round — especially during the May–October tourism season when Greek–German travel peaks.

Time & windows

Best for family calls

6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Greece time

5:00 PM – 8:00 PM in Germany — after work, before bedtime

Best for business calls

10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Greece time

9:00 AM – 4:00 PM in Germany — standard business hours

Weekend catch-ups

11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Greece time

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM in Germany — relaxed weekend mornings

🇬🇷Germany business hours

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM CET/CEST10:00 AM – 6:00 PM in Greece

🇬🇷Evening family window

5:00 PM – 9:00 PM CET/CEST6:00 PM – 10:00 PM in Greece

🇬🇷Avoid calling

Before 8:00 AM or after 10:00 PM CET/CESTBefore 9:00 AM or after 11:00 PM in Greece

Calling tips

The 1-hour time difference (Greece ahead) is constant year-round since both countries observe daylight saving on the same schedule.
During peak Greek tourism season (May–October), expect higher call volumes between Greece and Germany — try calling outside business rush hours.
Save German contacts in +49 format so the number works whether you're in Greece or elsewhere.
For long conversations with family in Germany, use Sayfone from your browser at $0.68/min — no SIM changes or app installs needed.

Business etiquette

Germans value punctuality — call at the agreed time, not a few minutes late.
Business calls in Germany are typically direct and efficient. Open with a brief greeting and state your purpose clearly.
Avoid calling German businesses during lunch (12:00–1:00 PM CET) and on Sundays, when most offices are closed.
Use formal titles (Herr/Frau + last name) unless invited to use first names.

Sources

1
Time Zone Converter – timeanddate.com
Greece-Germany time difference confirmation

TROUBLESHOOTING

Common Issues When Calling Germany from Greece

If your call to Germany isn't connecting, here are the most frequent causes and how to fix them.

You included the leading 0 in the area code

The most common mistake. German numbers displayed domestically include a leading 0 (e.g., 030 for Berlin, 0171 for mobile). When calling from Greece, always drop this 0. Dial 00 49 30 … not 00 49 030 ….

You forgot the exit code (00 or +)

Without dialing 00 or using the + prefix first, your Greek phone network won't route the call internationally. Make sure your dial string begins with 00 49 or +49.

You're trying to reach a German toll-free or premium number

German 0800 (toll-free) and 0900 (premium) numbers generally don't accept international calls. Ask the recipient for their standard landline or mobile number instead.

International calling is not enabled on your Greek line

Some prepaid Greek SIM cards or landline plans have international calling disabled by default. Contact your Greek carrier to verify that international calls are enabled on your plan.

The number has an unusual length

Germany's open numbering plan means numbers vary in length (10–11 digits after +49 for newer assignments, but older numbers may be shorter). Double-check you have the complete number before dialing.

Sources

1
Germany Calling Guide – Xe Blog
Common dialing mistakes

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How to use these tools

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