How To Call Cuba From USA: Updated For 2025
Quick Answer
To call Cuba from the United States:
- Landline:
011 + 53 + Area Code (1-2 digits) + Local Number (6-7 digits) - Mobile:
011 + 53 + 5XXX XXXX(8-digit mobile number starting with 5)
Examples:
- For a Havana landline (Area Code 7):
011 + 53 + 7 + XXX XXXX - For a Cuban mobile phone (e.g., starting with 52):
011 + 53 + 52XX XXXX
Cuba generally aligns with US Eastern Time (EST/EDT).
How to Dial Cuba from the US
How to Call a Landline in Cuba
To call a Cuban landline from the United States, follow these steps:
- Step 1 – Dial the US exit code: Start by dialing
011. - Step 2 – Dial Cuba's country code: Next, key in
53. - Step 3 – Dial the Cuban Area Code: Cuban area codes are 1 or 2 digits long (e.g.,
7for Havana,22for Santiago de Cuba). 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. The total number of digits after the country code (Area Code + Local Number) is generally 8.
For example, to call a Havana landline number that is locally (07) XXX XXXX, you would dial: 011 53 7 XXX XXXX
How to Call a Mobile Phone in Cuba
Calling a Cuban mobile phone from the US involves these steps:
- Step 1 – Dial the US exit code: Start by dialing
011. - Step 2 – Dial Cuba's country code: Next, key in
53. - Step 3 – Dial the Cuban mobile number: Cuban mobile numbers are 8 digits long and always start with the digit
5after the country code. No area code is needed for mobile numbers.
For example, if the Cuban mobile number is 52XX XXXX, you would dial: 011 53 52XX XXXX from the US.
Understanding Cuban Phone Numbers
Cuban phone numbers use the country code +53. When dialing internationally, the leading 0 from a domestic area code (for landlines) is dropped. Mobile numbers do not use area codes in the same way.
Landline Numbers
- Format from US:
011 + 53 + Area Code (1-2 digits) + Subscriber Number (6-7 digits) - The total number of digits for a landline after
+53is typically 8 (e.g., Havana:+53 7 XXX XXXX).
Mobile Numbers
- Format from US:
011 + 53 + 5XXX XXXX - Cuban mobile numbers are 8 digits long after the country code
+53and always start with the digit5.
Cuban Area Codes (Fixed Lines)
When calling a landline in Cuba from the US, dial 011 + 53, then the area code (dropping any leading '0' used for domestic calls), followed by the local subscriber number.
| Province/Major City | Area Code (Dial after 53) | Example Local Number Format (after Area Code) |
|---|---|---|
| Havana (La Habana) | 7 | XXX XXXX (7 digits) |
| Pinar del Río | 48 | XX XXXX (6 digits) |
| Artemisa | 47 | XX XXXX (6 digits) |
| Mayabeque | 47 | XX XXXX (6 digits) |
| Matanzas | 45 | XX XXXX (6 digits) |
| Isla de la Juventud | 46 | XX XXXX (6 digits) |
| Cienfuegos | 43 | XX XXXX (6 digits) |
| Villa Clara (Santa Clara) | 42 | XX XXXX (6 digits) |
| Sancti Spíritus | 41 | XX XXXX (6 digits) |
| Ciego de Ávila | 33 | XX XXXX (6 digits) |
| Camagüey | 32 | XX XXXX (6 digits) |
| Las Tunas | 31 | XX XXXX (6 digits) |
| Holguín | 24 | XX XXXX (6 digits) |
| Granma (Bayamo) | 23 | XX XXXX (6 digits) |
| Santiago de Cuba | 22 | XX XXXX (6 digits) |
| Guantánamo | 21 | XX XXXX (6 digits) |
| Guantanamo Bay (US Naval Base) | 99 | XXX XXX (variable) |
Note: Local number lengths can vary, ensure you have the correct full number. The total length after +53 (Area Code + Local Number) is generally 8 digits for most areas.
Cuban Mobile Phone Prefixes
Cuban mobile phone numbers are 8 digits long after the +53 country code. All mobile numbers in Cuba start with the digit 5.
| Service Type | Starting Digit (of 8-digit number after +53) | Example Full Mobile Number (after +53) |
|---|---|---|
| Mobile Phones (Cubacel) | 5 | 5XXX XXXX (e.g., 5234 5678) |
The digits following the initial `5` make up the rest of the 8-digit subscriber number.
Time Difference
Cuba typically aligns with the US Eastern Time Zone, observing Eastern Standard Time (EST, UTC-5) and Eastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC-4). This means for much of the year, there is no time difference between Cuba and the US East Coast.
- When the US East Coast is on EDT (UTC-4): Cuba is usually on CDT (UTC-4) = Same time.
- When the US East Coast is on EST (UTC-5): Cuba is usually on CST (UTC-5) = Same time.
Note: Cuba has occasionally varied its DST schedule, so it's always good to double-check the current local time if exact timing is critical.
Cuba's Phone System
The telecommunications infrastructure in Cuba is primarily state-owned and operated by ETECSA (Empresa de Telecomunicaciones de Cuba S.A.), which also provides mobile services through its Cubacel division. While the system has been undergoing modernization, access to services like widespread, high-speed internet and advanced mobile data features has historically been more limited compared to many other countries. Recent years have seen an expansion in mobile data (3G/4G) availability and public Wi-Fi hotspots. Calling Cuba from the US may be subject to specific carrier policies and can sometimes be more expensive than calling other international destinations.
Best Times to Call
Since Cuba generally aligns with US Eastern Time (ET):
- You can typically call during standard business hours in your own time zone if it's the same as ET.
- Cuban business hours are generally Monday to Friday, approximately 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
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