What is the country code for Germany?

Germany's country code is +49. When calling from Spain, you dial 00 49 (or +49 from a mobile) before the German phone number.

Do I need to dial 00 before calling Germany from Spain?

Yes. Spain uses 00 as its international exit code. Dial 00, then 49, then the German number without the leading 0. On a mobile phone, you can use the + symbol instead of 00.

Is there a time difference between Spain and Germany?

No. Spain and Germany are both in the Central European Time zone (CET/CEST). The local time is the same in both countries year-round, including during daylight saving time changes.

How do I call a German mobile number from Spain?

Dial 00 49 (or +49), then the mobile prefix without the leading 0 (e.g. 171 instead of 0171), followed by the subscriber number. A full example: 00 49 171 2345678.

Why isn't my call to Germany connecting?

The most common reason is including the leading 0 from the German area code or mobile prefix. Remove it when dialing internationally. Also verify that international calling is enabled on your Spanish phone plan.

Can I call German toll-free (0800) numbers from Spain?

Generally, no. German 0800 numbers are intended for domestic use and usually don't accept international calls. Look for an alternative geographic or mobile number.

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

Sayfone offers calls to Germany at $0.68 per minute. You can call directly from your browser with no app download required.

How do I know if a German number is a landline or mobile?

German mobile numbers use prefixes starting with 015, 016, or 017 (domestically). Landline numbers start with a geographic area code such as 030 (Berlin) or 089 (Munich). When dialing internationally, drop the leading 0 in both cases.

Quick Answer

How to Call Germany from Spain

To call Germany from Spain, dial 00 + 49 + the German phone number (drop the leading 0). On a mobile phone, you can simply dial +49 followed by the number. Both countries share the CET/CEST time zone, so there's no time difference.

See full dialing steps

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$0.68

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+49

Country code

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Whether you're calling family in Berlin, a business partner in Munich, or a hotel in Frankfurt, the dialing sequence is the same. Spain and Germany share the same time zone (CET/CEST), so there's no time difference to worry about.

Steps at a glance

Dial 00 (Spain's international exit code) or press + on a mobile
Dial 49 (Germany's country code)
Dial the German number without its leading 0
For a Berlin landline 030 1234567, dial: 00 49 30 1234567

Sources

1
Telephone numbers in Germany — Wikipedia
Country code +49 and numbering plan details
2
ITU-T E.164 — International Telecommunication Union
Authoritative source for international dialing codes

DIALING GUIDE

Step-by-Step: Calling Germany from Spain

Follow these steps to place a call from any Spanish phone to a German landline or mobile number.

1
Dial Spain's exit code
From a Spanish landline or mobile, dial 00 to access the international network. On a mobile phone, you can press and hold 0 to get the + symbol, which works as a universal replacement for the exit code.
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00 or +
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2
Dial Germany's country code
Enter 49, which is Germany's international country code. This routes your call to the German telephone network.
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00 49 or +49
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3
Dial the German area code or mobile prefix (drop the leading 0)
German landline area codes start with 0 domestically (e.g. 030 for Berlin, 089 for Munich), and mobile prefixes start with 015, 016, or 017. When calling internationally, always drop that leading 0.
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For Berlin (030): dial 30 — For a mobile (0171): dial 171
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4
Dial the subscriber number
Enter the remaining digits of the phone number. German landline subscriber numbers vary in length (typically 5–8 digits), while mobile subscriber numbers are usually 7–8 digits after the prefix.
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00 49 30 1234567 (Berlin landline) or 00 49 171 2345678 (German mobile)
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Dialing format reference

+49

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

Mobile

+49 1XX XXXXXXX(X)

Landline

+49 [area code] [subscriber number]

+49 30 1234567 (Berlin landline)
+49 89 12345678 (Munich landline)
+49 171 2345678 (German mobile)
+49 69 12345678 (Frankfurt landline)

Major city area codes

Berlin30

Hamburg40

Munich89

Frankfurt69

Cologne221

Düsseldorf211

Stuttgart711

Leipzig341

Sources

1
Telephone numbers in Germany — Wikipedia
Area code structure and numbering plan
2
How to dial phone numbers in Germany — All About Berlin
Practical dialing examples and format guidance
3
Communications & Phone Calls — Andalucía.org
Spain's international exit code and dialing from Spain

IMPORTANT DETAILS

Dialing Rules for Calling Germany from Spain

Germany uses a variable-length numbering plan, which means area codes and subscriber numbers don't always have the same number of digits. Keep these rules in mind.

Always drop the leading 0

German landline area codes and mobile prefixes begin with 0 for domestic calls (e.g. 030 for Berlin, 0171 for a mobile). When dialing from Spain, remove this leading 0 and dial the remaining digits after +49.

Variable-length numbers

Germany uses an open numbering plan. Area codes range from 2 to 5 digits, and subscriber numbers vary in length. Major cities like Berlin (30) and Munich (89) have shorter area codes with longer subscriber numbers. Smaller towns may have 4- or 5-digit area codes with shorter subscriber numbers. Total number length (excluding country code) is typically 10–11 digits.

Identifying mobile vs. landline numbers

German mobile numbers use non-geographic prefixes: 015x, 016x, or 017x (domestically). When dialing internationally, these become 15x, 16x, or 17x after +49. If a number starts with a geographic area code (2–9 as the first digit after the trunk prefix), it's a landline.

Spain's exit code is 00

Spain uses 00 as the international access code for all outbound international calls. On any mobile phone, you can substitute this with the + symbol. Both methods work identically for reaching Germany.

German toll-free and premium numbers

German toll-free numbers (0800) and premium-rate numbers (0900) are generally not reachable from outside Germany. If you need to contact a German business that only lists an 0800 number, look for an alternative geographic or mobile number on their website.

EU roaming considerations

If you are a Spanish mobile user roaming in Germany, calls back to Spain or to German numbers may be covered under EU Roam Like at Home rules. However, calls placed from Spain to Germany are international calls and are not covered by roaming regulation — standard international rates apply.

TIMING & TIPS

Best Times and Tips for Calling Germany from Spain

Spain and Germany share the same time zone, making it easy to coordinate calls. Here are practical tips to connect at the right moment.

Time & windows

Same Time Zone

0h difference

Spain and Germany both observe CET (UTC+1) in winter and CEST (UTC+2) in summer

Best Personal Calling Window

10:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Same local time in both countries — call during waking hours

Best Business Calling Window

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Standard office hours overlap perfectly between Spain and Germany

🇪🇸Morning (Spain)

9:00 AM – 12:00 PMSame time in Germany. Ideal for business calls before the lunch break.

🇪🇸Afternoon (Spain)

2:00 PM – 5:00 PMSame time in Germany. Good for follow-up business calls.

🇪🇸Evening (Spain)

6:00 PM – 9:00 PMSame time in Germany. Best window for personal and family calls.

Calling tips

Spain and Germany are in the same time zone year-round, so you never need to calculate a time difference.
Store German contacts in +49 format in your phone — this ensures the number works whether you're in Spain or traveling elsewhere.
If calling a German business, be aware that many offices close by 5:00 PM or earlier on Fridays.
German public holidays differ from Spanish ones — check before calling businesses on days like Reunification Day (October 3).
With Sayfone, you can call Germany at $0.68/min directly from your browser — no app installation required.

Business etiquette

Germans generally value punctuality; call at the agreed time.
In business contexts, use formal greetings (Herr/Frau + surname) until invited to use first names.
Brief small talk is acceptable, but get to the point relatively quickly in professional calls.
If leaving a voicemail, state your name, reason for calling, and callback number clearly.

Sources

1
Time difference between Spain and Germany — vercalendario.info
Confirms same CET/CEST time zone
2
Berlin to Madrid time converter — Savvy Time
Zero time difference confirmation

TROUBLESHOOTING

Common Issues When Calling Germany from Spain

If your call isn't connecting, one of these common problems is likely the cause. Here's how to fix each one.

Forgot to drop the leading 0

The most common mistake. If the German number is 030 1234567, you must dial 00 49 30 1234567 — not 00 49 030 1234567. The extra 0 will cause the call to fail or route to the wrong destination.

Missing exit code or country code

Make sure you begin with 00 (or +) followed by 49. Without the exit code, your phone treats it as a domestic Spanish number. Without the country code, the call can't reach Germany.

Calling a toll-free or premium number

German 0800 (toll-free) and 0900 (premium) numbers typically do not work from outside Germany. Look for an alternative geographic or mobile number on the business's website.

International calling not enabled

Some Spanish mobile or landline plans block international calls by default. Contact your carrier to verify that international dialing is active on your account.

Wrong number length

Germany uses variable-length phone numbers. If a call doesn't connect, double-check that you have the complete number including the full area code and subscriber number. Numbers range from 10 to 11 digits after the country code.

Sources

1
Calling Codes for Germany — Xe Blog
Common dialing mistakes and troubleshooting

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