Dialling Code for Lebanon
How to call Lebanon from abroad
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
The international dialling code for Lebanon is +961. To call Lebanon from the UK, dial 00 then 961, followed by the local number. From the US or Canada, dial 011 then 961. On a mobile phone you can simply dial +961 directly.
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Lebanon calling details
| Country code | +961 |
|---|---|
| Internet domain | .lb |
| Emergency number | 112 (works on most mobile networks worldwide) |
| Time zone | UTC+02:00 — check the time before you call |
| Capital | Beirut |
Dialling codes of neighbouring countries
Lebanon in context
- Lebanon covers 10,452 km², making it the 162nd largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- Its population density of about 525 people per km² ranks 15th of 196 (1st = most crowded).
- It shares a land border with 2 countries: Israel, Syria.
- With 5,490,000 people, Lebanon holds about 1.8% of the population of Western Asia.
- That is roughly 0.1% of the Asia total counted on this site.
- Traffic drives on the right, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- Lebanon is a member state of the United Nations.
Calling Lebanon — FAQ
What is the international dialling code for Lebanon?
The dialling code for Lebanon is +961.
How do I call Lebanon from the UK?
To call Lebanon from the UK, dial 00 961 followed by the local number (drop any leading 0).
How do I call Lebanon from the US?
To call Lebanon from the US, dial 011 961 followed by the local number.
Do other countries share the +961 dialling code?
No — +961 is used exclusively by Lebanon.
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