How To Call Albania From USA: Updated For 2025
Quick Answer
To call Albania from the United States:
- Landline:
011 + 355 + Area Code (1-2 digits) + Local Number (usually 6-7 digits) - Mobile:
011 + 355 + Mobile Number (usually 9 digits, e.g., 6X XXX XXXX)
Examples:
- For a Tirana landline (Area Code 4):
011 + 355 + 4 + XXX XXXX - For an Albanian mobile phone (e.g., starting with 68):
011 + 355 + 68 XXX XXXX
Albania is on Central European Time (CET, UTC+1) / Central European Summer Time (CEST, UTC+2). This is generally 6 hours ahead of US Eastern Time (ET).
How to Dial Albania from the US
How to Call a Landline in Albania
To call an Albanian landline from the United States, follow these steps:
- Step 1 – Dial the US exit code: Start by dialing
011. - Step 2 – Dial Albania's country code: Next, key in
355. - Step 3 – Dial the Albanian Area Code: Albanian area codes are 1 or 2 digits long (e.g.,
4for Tirana,52for Durrës). When calling from abroad, drop the leading0if it's part of the domestic area code. - Step 4 – Dial the local phone number: This is typically a 6 or 7-digit number.
For example, to call a Tirana landline number that is locally (04) 2XX XXXX, you would dial: 011 355 4 2XX XXXX
How to Call a Mobile Phone in Albania
Calling an Albanian mobile phone from the US involves these steps:
- Step 1 – Dial the US exit code: Start by dialing
011. - Step 2 – Dial Albania's country code: Next, key in
355. - Step 3 – Dial the Albanian mobile number: Albanian mobile numbers are typically 9 digits long and start with a mobile prefix (e.g.,
67,68,69). Do not dial a city/area code for mobile numbers.
For example, if the Albanian mobile number is (0)68 XXX XXXX, you would dial: 011 355 68 XXX XXXX from the US (dropping the leading 0).
Understanding Albanian Phone Numbers
Albanian phone numbers use the country code +355. When dialing internationally, the leading 0 from a domestic area code or mobile prefix is dropped.
Landline Numbers
- Format from US:
011 + 355 + Area Code (1-2 digits) + Local Number (6-7 digits) - The total length of the number after
+355(Area Code + Local Number) can vary but is typically 7 to 8 digits.
Mobile Numbers
- Format from US:
011 + 355 + Mobile Prefix (2 digits, e.g., 6X) + Subscriber Number (7 digits) - Albanian mobile numbers are generally 9 digits long after the country code (e.g.,
6X XXX XXXX).
Albanian Area Codes (Fixed Lines)
When calling a landline in Albania from the US, dial 011 + 355, then the area code (dropping any leading '0' used for domestic calls), followed by the local subscriber number.
| City/Region | Area Code (Dial after 355) | Example Local Number Format |
|---|---|---|
| Tirana | 4 | 2XX XXXX or XXX XXXX |
| Durrës | 52 | XXX XXX |
| Shkodër | 22 | XXX XXX |
| Elbasan | 54 (or 545) | XXX XXX |
| Vlorë | 33 | XXX XXX |
| Korçë | 82 | XXX XXX |
| Fier | 34 | XXX XXX |
| Berat | 32 | XXX XXX |
| Gjirokastër | 84 | XXX XXX |
| Kukës | 24 (or 242) | XXX XXX |
| Lezhë | 215 | XX XXX |
| Peshkopi | 218 | XX XXX |
| Pogradec | 83 (or 832) | XX XXX |
| Sarandë | 85 (or 852) | XX XXX |
Note: Local number lengths can vary. Always confirm the complete number. Some smaller towns may have longer area codes (3 digits) and shorter local numbers.
Albanian Mobile Phone Prefixes
Albanian mobile phone numbers are typically 9 digits long after the +355 country code. They start with a 2-digit mobile network prefix, commonly 6X.
| Operator (Typical Association) | Mobile Prefix (after 355) | Full Number Format (after +355) |
|---|---|---|
| Vodafone Albania | 69 | 69 XXX XXXX |
| ONE Albania (formerly Telekom/ALBtelecom) | 67, 68 | 67 XXX XXXX or 68 XXX XXXX |
*Mobile Number Portability is active in Albania, so the prefix does not always guarantee the current service provider.
Time Difference
Albania is in the Central European Time Zone (CET), which is UTC+1 during standard time. During summer, Albania observes Central European Summer Time (CEST), which is UTC+2. This change typically occurs from late March to late October.
The time difference compared to the US East Coast (ET):
- When the US is on Eastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC-4) and Albania is on CEST (UTC+2): Albania is 6 hours ahead of ET. (e.g., 12 PM EDT is 6 PM in Albania).
- When the US is on Eastern Standard Time (EST, UTC-5) and Albania is on CET (UTC+1): Albania is 6 hours ahead of ET. (e.g., 12 PM EST is 6 PM in Albania).
Albania's Phone System
Albania's telecommunications market has seen significant development and liberalization. The main mobile operators are Vodafone Albania and ONE Albania (resulting from the merger of ALBtelecom and Telekom Albania). These operators provide extensive LTE coverage, and investments in 5G technology are ongoing. The fixed-line telephone network is still in use, though mobile solutions are more prevalent. The Electronic and Postal Communications Authority (AKEP) is the national regulatory body overseeing the sector. Mobile number portability allows users to switch providers while keeping their numbers.
Best Times to Call
Considering Albania is generally 6 hours ahead of US Eastern Time (ET):
- A good window for business calls from the US ET zone is morning ET (e.g., 9 AM - 11 AM ET), which corresponds to mid-afternoon in Albania (3 PM - 5 PM CET/CEST).
- Albanian business hours are typically Monday to Friday, from around 8:00/9:00 AM to 5:00/6:00 PM.
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