What is the country code for the Philippines?

The Philippines' international dialling code is +63, assigned by the ITU. Dial it immediately after the UK exit code (00 or +).

What is the UK's international exit code?

The UK exit code is 00. On a mobile phone, you can use the + symbol instead. Both connect you to the international network.

How do I call a Philippine mobile number from the UK?

Dial 00 63 (or +63), then the 10-digit mobile number starting with 9 (e.g. 00 63 917 123 4567). Make sure to drop the leading 0 that appears in the domestic format (0917).

How do I call a Manila landline from the UK?

Dial 00 63 2 followed by the 8-digit local number. Metro Manila landlines moved to 8 digits in October 2019, so ensure you have the updated number.

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

Sayfone's rate for calls to the Philippines is $0.44 per minute with transparent per-minute pricing. You can place the call from your browser — no app download needed.

What is the time difference between the UK and the Philippines?

The Philippines (UTC+8) is 8 hours ahead of the UK during GMT (winter) and 7 hours ahead during BST (summer). The Philippines does not observe daylight saving time.

Why won't my call to the Philippines connect?

The most common cause is including the domestic trunk prefix (0) after dialling +63. Remove the leading 0 from the area code or mobile prefix. Also confirm your UK carrier has international dialling enabled on your account.

Can I call Philippine landlines and mobiles with Sayfone?

Yes. Sayfone supports calls to both Philippine landline and mobile numbers. Enter the number in +63 format in your browser to place the call.

Quick Answer

How to Call Philippines from the United Kingdom

From the UK, dial 00 63 followed by the area code (for landlines) or mobile prefix and subscriber number. Drop any leading 0 from the Philippine number. On a mobile phone, you can use +63 instead of 00 63.

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Cost tools

🇬🇧From United Kingdom

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

The UK is home to a large Filipino diaspora, with over 100,000 Philippines-born residents recorded in the 2011 census. Whether you're calling family in Manila or friends in Cebu, this guide covers every step.

Steps at a glance

Dial 00 (UK exit code) or press + on your mobile
Dial 63 (Philippines country code)
Dial the area code or mobile prefix (drop the leading 0)
Dial the local subscriber number

Sources

1
Telephone numbers in the Philippines — Wikipedia
Country code +63, number formats, area codes
2
ITU E.164 Numbering Plan
Authority for international dialling codes

DIALLING GUIDE

Step-by-Step: Dial the Philippines from the UK

Follow this sequence to reach any Philippine landline or mobile number from a UK phone or browser.

1
Dial the UK exit code
From a UK landline, dial 00. From a UK mobile phone, you can press and hold 0 to get the + symbol, which replaces the exit code.
```
00 or +
```
2
Dial the Philippines country code
Enter 63, the international dialling code assigned to the Philippines by the ITU.
```
00 63
```
3
Dial the area code or mobile prefix
For landlines: enter the Philippine area code without a leading 0. Metro Manila uses area code 2; Cebu uses 32; Davao uses 82. For mobile numbers: enter the 3-digit mobile prefix (starting with 9) — again, drop any leading 0.
```
00 63 2 (Manila landline) or 00 63 917 (mobile)
```
4
Dial the subscriber number
Landlines in Metro Manila (area code 2) have 8-digit local numbers. Landlines in other areas have 7-digit local numbers. Mobile subscriber numbers are always 7 digits, giving a total of 10 digits after +63.
```
00 63 2 8123 4567 (Manila landline) or 00 63 917 123 4567 (mobile)
```
Place the call
Press call. With Sayfone, enter the full number in your browser and the call connects at $0.44/min — no app download required.

Dialing format reference

+63

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

Mobile

+63 9XX XXX XXXX (10 digits after country code)

Landline

+63 2 XXXX XXXX (Manila, 8-digit local) or +63 XX XXX XXXX (other areas, 7-digit local)

+63 2 8123 4567 (Manila landline)
+63 32 123 4567 (Cebu landline)
+63 917 123 4567 (mobile)

Major city area codes

Metro Manila2

Cebu32

Davao82

Angeles / Pampanga45

Baguio74

Sources

1
Telephone numbers in the Philippines — Wikipedia
Number formats, area codes, mobile prefixes
2
ITU-T E.164 — International public telecommunication numbering plan
Country code +63 assignment

KEY RULES

Important Dialling Rules for UK → Philippines Calls

Avoid common mistakes by keeping these rules in mind when calling Philippine numbers from the UK.

Drop the leading 0

Philippine domestic numbers start with 0 (e.g. 02 for Manila, 0917 for a mobile). When dialling internationally from the UK, always remove this leading 0 after entering the country code +63.

Metro Manila landlines are 8 digits

Since October 2019, all landline numbers under area code 2 (Metro Manila, Rizal, and parts of Cavite and Laguna) use 8-digit local numbers. If you have an old 7-digit Manila number, prepend the carrier digit assigned by the NTC.

Mobile numbers are always 10 digits

After the country code +63, a Philippine mobile number is always 10 digits: a 3-digit network prefix starting with 9, followed by a 7-digit subscriber number.

Use 00 on UK landlines, + on UK mobiles

The UK's international exit code is 00. On a mobile phone, the + symbol serves the same purpose. Both route the call identically to the Philippines.

Some special numbers may not work internationally

Philippine toll-free (1-800) and service short-code numbers are generally not reachable from outside the Philippines. Stick to standard landline and mobile numbers for international calls.

TIMING TIPS

Best Times to Call the Philippines from the UK

The Philippines is 7–8 hours ahead of the UK depending on the season. Plan your call so both sides are awake and available.

🇵🇭

The Philippines uses a single time zone — Philippine Standard Time (UTC+8) — and does not observe daylight saving time. The UK shifts between GMT (UTC+0) in winter and BST (UTC+1) in summer, so the gap narrows by one hour during British Summer Time.

Time & windows

Winter (GMT)

+8 hours

Philippines is 8 hours ahead (late Oct – late Mar)

Summer (BST)

+7 hours

Philippines is 7 hours ahead (late Mar – late Oct)

🇬🇧UK morning → PH evening

8:00 AM UK → 3:00–4:00 PM PHGood window for personal calls — evening in the Philippines

🇬🇧UK midday → PH night

12:00 PM UK → 7:00–8:00 PM PHIdeal for after-dinner family calls

🇬🇧UK evening → PH early morning

6:00 PM UK → 1:00–2:00 AM PHAvoid — recipients are likely asleep

🇬🇧Business hours overlap

9:00–11:00 AM UK → 4:00–7:00 PM PHNarrow window where both sides are in working hours

Calling tips

Confirm whether the UK is currently on GMT or BST before scheduling a call — the one-hour shift can matter for early-morning or late-night calls.
Weekends and Philippine public holidays (e.g. Christmas, Holy Week) are popular calling times for diaspora families; expect higher call volumes.
Save Philippine numbers in +63 format in your contacts so they work from any country or device.

Business etiquette

Business calls to the Philippines are best placed during standard Philippine office hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM PHT (midnight – 9:00 AM UK GMT, or 1:00 AM – 10:00 AM UK BST).
English is widely spoken in Philippine business settings, so language is rarely a barrier for UK callers.
Allow a few extra rings — mobile reception varies across the archipelago, especially in provincial areas.

Sources

1
Time zone difference — London to Manila (timeanddate.com)
Confirms 7-hour gap during BST, 8-hour gap during GMT

TROUBLESHOOTING

Common Issues When Calling the Philippines from the UK

If your call isn't connecting, check these frequent causes before redialling.

Call doesn't connect at all

Verify you dialled 00 (or +) then 63, followed by the area code or mobile prefix without a leading 0. A misplaced zero is the most common reason for failed international calls to the Philippines.

Old Manila number no longer works

Metro Manila landlines migrated to 8-digit local numbers in October 2019. If you have a 7-digit Manila number, you need to add the carrier prefix digit. Check with the person you're calling for their updated number.

Hearing a recorded message or fast busy tone

This may indicate the number is out of service, the area code is incorrect, or your UK carrier has not enabled international dialling. Contact your carrier to confirm international calls are active on your account.

Call connects but quality is poor

If calling via a browser-based service like Sayfone, ensure you have a stable internet connection. On traditional phone lines, poor quality can result from network congestion — try calling outside peak hours.

Cannot reach a Philippine toll-free or special number

Some special numbers (e.g. 1-800, short codes, emergency numbers) may not be reachable from outside the Philippines. Use a standard landline or mobile number instead.

Savings

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How to use these tools

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