How to Call Sweden (+46)
Country code, exit codes, phone number format, and common mistakes when calling Sweden from abroad.
Dialing format
Calling Sweden
011 46 XXXX XXXX
Exit code
Dial this first to exit US
Country code
Sweden country code
Area code
City/region code
Local number
The subscriber number
From the US, dial 011 to place an international call, then 46 for Sweden, 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 46 ... |
| United Kingdom | 00 | 00 46 ... |
| Australia | 0011 | 0011 46 ... |
| Most of Europe | 00 | 00 46 ... |
| Japan | 010 | 010 46 ... |
| From a mobile / VoIP app | + | +46 ... |
Sweden phone number format
Common mistakes
- ✕ Keeping the leading 0 when dialing from abroad. Drop it — it is only for domestic calls within Sweden.
- ✕ Using the wrong exit code. Each country has its own (US: 011, UK: 00). On mobile, just use +.
- ✕ Forgetting the country code +46. Without it, the call will fail or route locally.
Calling rates to Sweden
Frequently asked questions
What is the country code for Sweden?
The country code for Sweden is +46. Dial this after your exit code (or use + on a mobile) before the local number.
How do I call Sweden from the US?
From a US landline: dial 011 + 46 + local number. From a mobile or VoIP app like Telvio: dial +46 + local number.
Do I need to drop the leading 0 when calling Sweden?
Yes. Sweden 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 Sweden 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 Sweden mobile phones internationally?
Yes. Dial the country code +46 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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