How to Call Kuwait (+965)
Country code, exit codes, phone number format, and common mistakes when calling Kuwait from abroad.
Dialing format
Calling Kuwait
011 965 XXXX XXXX
Exit code
Dial this first to exit US
Country code
Kuwait country code
Area code
City/region code
Local number
The subscriber number
From the US, dial 011 to place an international call, then 965 for Kuwait, then the area code (drop any leading 0), followed by the local number. With Telvio you dial the same format — no prefix change needed.
Exit codes by source country
The exit code depends on where YOU are calling from. On mobile phones and VoIP apps, use + instead.
| Calling from | Exit code | You dial |
|---|---|---|
| United States / Canada | 011 | 011 965 ... |
| United Kingdom | 00 | 00 965 ... |
| Australia | 0011 | 0011 965 ... |
| Most of Europe | 00 | 00 965 ... |
| Japan | 010 | 010 965 ... |
| From a mobile / VoIP app | + | +965 ... |
Kuwait phone number format
Common mistakes
- ✕ Using the wrong exit code. Each country has its own (US: 011, UK: 00). On mobile, just use +.
- ✕ Forgetting the country code +965. Without it, the call will fail or route locally.
Calling rates to Kuwait
Frequently asked questions
What is the country code for Kuwait?
The country code for Kuwait is +965. Dial this after your exit code (or use + on a mobile) before the local number.
How do I call Kuwait from the US?
From a US landline: dial 011 + 965 + local number. From a mobile or VoIP app like Telvio: dial +965 + local number.
Do I need to drop the leading 0 when calling Kuwait?
Kuwait does not use a trunk prefix, so you dial the local number exactly as-is after the country code.
What is the exit code to call Kuwait from my country?
The exit code depends on where you are calling FROM, not the destination. The US uses 011, the UK and most of Europe use 00, Australia uses 0011. On any mobile phone or VoIP app, you can use + instead.
Can I call Kuwait mobile phones internationally?
Yes. Dial the country code +965 followed by the mobile number. VoIP apps like Telvio make this easy — just enter the full number with country code.
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