How To Call Indonesia From USA: Updated For 2025
Quick Answer
To call Indonesia from the United States:
- Landline:
011 + 62 + Area Code (1-3 digits) + Local Number (variable length) - Mobile:
011 + 62 + Mobile Number (8-12 digits, usually starting with 8)
Examples:
- For a Jakarta landline (Area Code 21):
011 + 62 + 21 + XXXX XXXX - For an Indonesian mobile phone (e.g., starting with 812):
011 + 62 + 812 XXXX XXXX
Indonesia spans multiple time zones (UTC+7 to UTC+9). Jakarta is UTC+7 (WIB), typically 11-12 hours ahead of US Eastern Time (ET).
How to Dial Indonesia from the US
How to Call a Landline in Indonesia
To call an Indonesian landline from the United States, follow these steps:
- Step 1 – Dial the US exit code: Start by dialing
011. - Step 2 – Dial Indonesia's country code: Next, key in
62. - Step 3 – Dial the Indonesian Area Code: Indonesian area codes are 1 to 3 digits long (e.g.,
21for Jakarta,361for Bali). When calling from abroad, drop the leading0if it's part of the domestic area code. - Step 4 – Dial the local phone number: This number varies in length (typically 6-8 digits).
For example, to call a Jakarta landline number that is locally (021) XXXX XXXX, you would dial: 011 62 21 XXXX XXXX
How to Call a Mobile Phone in Indonesia
Calling an Indonesian mobile phone from the US involves these steps:
- Step 1 – Dial the US exit code: Start by dialing
011. - Step 2 – Dial Indonesia's country code: Next, key in
62. - Step 3 – Dial the Indonesian mobile number: Indonesian mobile numbers usually start with the digit
8after the country code (the domestic leading0is dropped). The total mobile number after+62is typically 8 to 12 digits long.
For example, if the Indonesian mobile number is 0812 XXXX XXXX, you would dial: 011 62 812 XXXX XXXX from the US.
Understanding Indonesian Phone Numbers
Indonesian phone numbers use the country code +62. When dialing internationally, the leading 0 from a domestic area code (for landlines) or mobile prefix is dropped.
Landline Numbers
- Format from US:
011 + 62 + Area Code (1-3 digits) + Subscriber Number (variable length) - The total National Significant Number (NSN) length after
+62can vary. For Jakarta (area code21), the subscriber number is typically 7-8 digits. For other areas, it varies.
Mobile Numbers
- Format from US:
011 + 62 + Mobile Number (8-12 digits, usually starting with 8) - Indonesian mobile numbers after
+62usually start with8and are followed by 7 to 11 more digits.
Indonesian Area Codes (Fixed Lines)
When calling a landline in Indonesia from the US, dial 011 + 62, then the area code (dropping any leading '0' used for domestic calls), followed by the local subscriber number. Here is a list of area codes for various regions and cities:
| City/Town/Area | Area Code (Dial after 62) |
|---|---|
| Sumatra | |
| Banda Aceh | 651 |
| Langsa | 641 |
| Lhokseumawe | 645 |
| Medan | 61 |
| Pematangsiantar | 622 |
| Padang | 751 |
| Bukittinggi | 752 |
| Pekanbaru | 761 |
| Dumai | 765 |
| Tanjung Pinang | 771 |
| Batam | 778 |
| Jambi City | 741 |
| Palembang | 711 |
| Pangkal Pinang | 717 |
| Bengkulu City | 736 |
| Bandar Lampung | 721 |
| Java | |
| Jakarta | 21 |
| Serang (Banten) | 254 |
| Bandung | 22 |
| Bogor | 251 |
| Cirebon | 231 |
| Sukabumi | 266 |
| Tasikmalaya | 265 |
| Cianjur | 263 |
| Semarang | 24 |
| Surakarta (Solo) | 271 |
| Magelang | 293 |
| Pekalongan | 285 |
| Tegal | 283 |
| Yogyakarta | 274 |
| Surabaya | 31 |
| Malang | 341 |
| Jember | 331 |
| Kediri | 354 |
| Lesser Sunda Islands | |
| Denpasar (Bali) | 361 |
| Singaraja (Bali) | 362 |
| Mataram (Lombok) | 370 |
| Kupang (West Timor) | 380 |
| Kalimantan | |
| Pontianak | 561 |
| Palangka Raya | 536 |
| Banjarmasin | 511 |
| Samarinda | 541 |
| Balikpapan | 542 |
| Tarakan | 551 |
| Sulawesi | |
| Manado | 431 |
| Gorontalo City | 435 |
| Palu | 451 |
| Mamuju | 426 |
| Makassar (Ujung Pandang) | 411 |
| Kendari | 401 |
| Maluku & Papua | |
| Ambon | 911 |
| Ternate | 921 |
| Jayapura | 967 |
| Manokwari | 986 |
| Sorong | 951 |
This list provides many common area codes. The length of the local subscriber number varies to make the total number of digits after +62 and the area code generally between 7 and 9 for fixed lines.
Indonesian Mobile Phone Prefixes
Indonesian mobile phone numbers are typically 8 to 12 digits long after the +62 country code. They almost always begin with the digit 8 (after dropping the initial domestic `0`). The next one or two digits often indicate the operator.
| Operator (Common Examples) | Mobile Prefixes (after +62) | Example Full Number (after +62) |
|---|---|---|
| Telkomsel (SimPATI, Kartu AS, Loop) | 811, 812, 813, 821, 822, 823, 851, 852, 853 | e.g., 812 XXXX XXXX |
| Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison (IM3, Tri) | 814, 815, 816, 855, 856, 857, 858 (Indosat)895, 896, 897, 898, 899 (Tri/3) | e.g., 857 XXXX XXXXe.g., 896 XXXX XXXX |
| XL Axiata (XL, Axis) | 817, 818, 819, 859, 877, 878 | e.g., 878 XXXX XXXX |
| Smartfren | 881, 882, 883, 884, 885, 886, 887, 888, 889 | e.g., 881 XXXX XXXX |
*Mobile Number Portability (MNP) is available in Indonesia. The listed prefixes are common examples and can change. The total number of digits for mobile numbers (after +62) is usually 10 to 12.
Time Difference
Indonesia is a vast archipelago spanning three time zones:
- Western Indonesian Time (WIB): UTC+7. Covers Sumatra, Java, West & Central Kalimantan. (Includes Jakarta)
- Central Indonesian Time (WITA): UTC+8. Covers Sulawesi, Bali, Nusa Tenggara, South & East Kalimantan.
- Eastern Indonesian Time (WIT): UTC+9. Covers Maluku and Papua.
Indonesia does not observe Daylight Saving Time.
The time difference compared to the US East Coast (ET), using Jakarta (WIB - UTC+7) as an example:
- When the US is on Eastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC-4, typically March to November): Jakarta is 11 hours ahead of ET. (e.g., 12 PM EDT is 11 PM in Jakarta).
- When the US is on Eastern Standard Time (EST, UTC-5, typically November to March): Jakarta is 12 hours ahead of ET. (e.g., 12 PM EST is 12 AM the next day in Jakarta).
Remember to adjust based on the specific Indonesian island/region you are calling.
Indonesia's Phone System
Indonesia's telecommunications sector is large and dynamic, overseen by the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology (Kominfo). The country has seen massive growth in mobile subscribers, with several major operators including Telkomsel, Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison (IOH), and XL Axiata dominating the market. These providers offer extensive 2G, 3G, and 4G/LTE coverage, with 5G services being progressively rolled out in major urban centers. The fixed-line network, primarily operated by Telkom Indonesia, is more developed in urban areas but less prevalent than mobile. Indonesia is connected to multiple international submarine cable systems, supporting its growing demand for internet bandwidth. Mobile number portability is also available.
Best Times to Call
Considering Indonesia's multiple time zones (Jakarta is 11-12 hours ahead of US ET):
- For calls to Western Indonesia (Jakarta, WIB UTC+7) from the US ET zone: Evening calls (e.g., 7 PM - 10 PM ET) will reach Indonesia in their morning (6 AM - 9 AM or 7 AM - 10 AM WIB the next day).
- Adjust for Central (WITA, UTC+8, add 1 hour to WIB) and Eastern (WIT, UTC+9, add 2 hours to WIB) Indonesian times.
- Typical business hours in Indonesia are Monday to Friday, approximately 8:00/9:00 AM to 5:00/6:00 PM local time.
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