What is the country code for Philippines?

The country code is +63. When calling from Italy, dial 00 63 (or +63 if your phone supports the + prefix) followed by the area code and local number.

What is the time difference between Italy and Philippines?

Philippines is 7 hours ahead of Italy (CET). During daylight saving time in Italy (March–October), the difference is 8 hours. Philippines does not observe daylight saving time.

How much does it cost to call Philippines from Italy?

Sayfone offers transparent per-minute rates starting at $0.44/min for calls to Philippines landlines. Rates may vary for mobile or premium numbers. Check the rate before dialing.

Can I call Philippines mobile phones from Italy?

Yes. Use the same dialing format: +63 followed by the mobile prefix (917–921) and the 7–8 digit number. Mobile calls may cost slightly more than landline calls.

What if the number doesn't connect?

Confirm the number is correct and includes the area code (for landlines) or mobile prefix. Drop any leading zero before the area code. If the number still doesn't work, the recipient's phone or provider may have restrictions on incoming international calls.

Do I need an app to call Philippines from Italy?

No. Use your regular phone (landline or mobile) to dial internationally. If calling from a browser, Sayfone provides browser-based calling without requiring an app download.

Quick Start

How to Call Philippines from Italy

Dial +63, then the area code and number. Italian landlines and mobile phones can reach Philippines landlines and mobiles. Rates are transparent and charged per minute.

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Cost tools

🇮🇹From Italy

To Philippines🇵🇭

$0.44

Per minute

+63

Country code

Call quality

Landline rate

$0.44/min

Mobile rate

$0.44/min

Same per-minute Sayfone rate for landline and mobile.

Average call quality

Steps at a glance

Dial +63 (Philippines country code)
Enter the area code (1–3 digits, depending on region)
Dial the local number (7–8 digits)

Sources

1
ITU Country Code Database
Philippines country code +63 verification

DIALING STEPS

Complete Dialing Guide

Follow these steps to dial any number in Philippines from Italy. The process is the same for landlines and mobile phones.

1
Dial the exit code
From Italy, start with 00 to exit the Italian phone system and route the call internationally.
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00
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2
Enter the Philippines country code
Dial 63 (Philippines' international dialing code). This tells the phone network you are calling Philippines.
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00 63
```
3
Add the area code
Dial the area code for the Philippines city or region (1–3 digits). Major cities include Manila (2), Cebu (32), and Davao (82).
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00 63 2 (for Manila)
```
4
Dial the local number
Complete the call by entering the 7–8 digit local number. The total phone number will be 10–11 digits after the country code.
```
00 63 2 1234 5678
```

Dialing format reference

+63

Use these patterns when entering a full international number to +63.

Mobile

+63 [2–3 digit mobile prefix] [7–8 digit number]

Landline

+63 [area code] [7–8 digit number]

+63 2 1234 5678 (Manila landline)
+63 32 234 5678 (Cebu landline)
+63 917 123 4567 (Mobile)

Major city area codes

Manila2

Cebu32

Davao82

Iloilo33

Sources

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Philippines Telecom Authority (NTC)
Area codes and number plan authority

IMPORTANT RULES

Dialing Rules & Number Formats

Understand Philippines number formats and calling conventions to avoid connection errors.

Always use +63 or 00 63 international format

From Italy, you must dial either +63 (with + sign) or 00 63 to reach Philippines. Domestic formats (starting with 0) will not work from abroad.

Mobile numbers start with specific prefixes

Philippines mobile numbers begin with prefixes like 917, 918, 919, 920, or 921 after the country code. These are recognized mobile carriers.

Area codes are 1–3 digits

Major city area codes are 1–3 digits (e.g., 2 for Manila, 32 for Cebu). Smaller municipalities may have longer codes. Verify before dialing.

No leading zero after country code

When dialing internationally, drop the leading 0 from the area code. For example, Manila's domestic code is 02, but internationally it is +63 2.

CALL TIPS

Best Times to Call & Etiquette

Philippines is 7 hours ahead of Italy (CET). Plan calls during business hours or evening to reach contacts reliably.

Time & windows

Business Hours

9 AM – 5 PM Philippine Time

Best for work-related calls; corresponds to 2 AM – 10 AM Italian time (CET)

Evening Windows

6 PM – 9 PM Philippine Time

Good for personal calls; corresponds to 11 AM – 2 PM Italian time (CET)

🇮🇹Italy (CET) to Philippines (PHT)

Philippines is 7 hours ahead year-roundNote: During daylight saving time in Italy (late March – late October), the difference is 8 hours

🇮🇹Morning calls from Italy

7 AM – 10 AM Italian timeReaches Philippines mid-afternoon (2 PM – 5 PM)

🇮🇹Evening calls from Italy

6 PM – 10 PM Italian timeReaches Philippines next-day morning/mid-day (1 AM – 5 AM, or next morning)

Calling tips

Call during business hours (9 AM – 5 PM Philippine Time) for work purposes to ensure someone is available.
Early morning or evening calls from Italy (7 AM – 10 AM or 6 PM – 8 PM CET) align with Philippine daytime or early evening.
Philippines observes standard time year-round; Italy switches to daylight saving time, so time differences vary seasonally.
Mobile networks are widely used in Philippines; calling mobile numbers works the same way as landlines internationally.
Be mindful of Philippine holidays and weekends; confirm availability before scheduling important calls.

Business etiquette

Filipinos value polite, respectful communication. Start with formal greetings if calling for business.
Confirm the best time to call before scheduling. Unexpected calls may be difficult during work hours.
Speak clearly and slowly; international calls may have minor audio delays.
Use simple language to ensure clarity across the connection.
Allow time for pleasantries in business calls; Filipino culture emphasizes relationship-building.

Sources

1
World Time Zone Database
Time zone verification

TROUBLESHOOTING

Common Issues & Solutions

Resolve connection problems and understand calling limitations when reaching Philippines from Italy.

Call won't connect

Verify you entered +63 or 00 63, the correct area code, and the full local number. Check that your phone plan includes international calling. If using a landline, confirm the provider supports outgoing international calls to Philippines.

Poor audio quality

International calls may have slight delays or background noise due to distance and routing. Try calling at different times or from a different network (e.g., mobile instead of landline) to test connection quality.

Dropped or failed calls

Network congestion or international carrier issues can interrupt calls. Wait a few minutes and try again. If calls consistently fail to specific numbers, the recipient's phone or local network may have restrictions.

Wrong number format

Common mistakes include including the leading zero from the area code (+63 02 instead of +63 2) or using a domestic format. Always drop the leading zero and use +63 as the prefix when calling internationally.

Some numbers may not be reachable

Business lines, government offices, or private networks may restrict incoming international calls. Try reaching the recipient via mobile, email, or an alternative number if available.

Sources

1
International Telecommunication Union (ITU)

Savings

See what you could save

Adjust the tools below to compare Sayfone with typical retail pricing for calls to Philippines. 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 Philippines — 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.