How to Call Sri Lanka (+94)
Country code, exit codes, phone number format, and common mistakes when calling Sri Lanka from abroad.
Dialing format
Calling Sri Lanka
011 94 XXXX XXXX
Exit code
Dial this first to exit US
Country code
Sri Lanka country code
Area code
City/region code
Local number
The subscriber number
From the US, dial 011 to place an international call, then 94 for Sri Lanka, 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 94 ... |
| United Kingdom | 00 | 00 94 ... |
| Australia | 0011 | 0011 94 ... |
| Most of Europe | 00 | 00 94 ... |
| Japan | 010 | 010 94 ... |
| From a mobile / VoIP app | + | +94 ... |
Sri Lanka phone number format
Common mistakes
- ✕ Keeping the leading 0 when dialing from abroad. Drop it — it is only for domestic calls within Sri Lanka.
- ✕ Using the wrong exit code. Each country has its own (US: 011, UK: 00). On mobile, just use +.
- ✕ Forgetting the country code +94. Without it, the call will fail or route locally.
Calling rates to Sri Lanka
Frequently asked questions
What is the country code for Sri Lanka?
The country code for Sri Lanka is +94. Dial this after your exit code (or use + on a mobile) before the local number.
How do I call Sri Lanka from the US?
From a US landline: dial 011 + 94 + local number. From a mobile or VoIP app like Telvio: dial +94 + local number.
Do I need to drop the leading 0 when calling Sri Lanka?
Yes. Sri Lanka uses 0 as a trunk prefix for domestic calls. When dialing internationally, drop the leading 0 from the local number.
What is the exit code to call Sri Lanka 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 Sri Lanka mobile phones internationally?
Yes. Dial the country code +94 followed by the mobile number (without the leading 0). VoIP apps like Telvio make this easy — just enter the full number with country code.
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