As a travel photographer, I often find myself in different countries, capturing the beauty and diversity of our world. During my travels, I have come across many international calling codes and country codes, and I have noticed that there is often confusion about the difference between the two. In this article, I will clarify what international codes and country codes are, and how they are used in making international calls.
International calling codes are general codes that are used to make international calls from one country to another. They are often referred to as international direct dial (IDD) designations. The IDD for most countries around the world is either 00 or 011. These codes are dialed first when making an international call. For example, if I want to call someone in another country, I would dial 00 or 011, followed by the country code, area or city code, and then the phone number.
Country codes, on the other hand, are specific codes that are assigned to each country. These codes are used to identify the country in which a phone number is registered. For example, the country code for the United States is +1, and for Canada, it is +1 as well. When calling a phone number in the US or Canada, you would dial +1, followed by the area or city code, and then the phone number. It is important to note that the country code is not the same as the international calling code. The international calling code is a more general code, while the country code is specific to each country.
To determine the country code for a specific country, you can refer to a country code list. This list provides a comprehensive collection of all the country codes for different countries around the world. It is crucial to include the country code when saving international contacts in your phone, to ensure that you can easily dial their numbers when needed.
Now let’s address some frequently asked questions about international codes and country codes:
1. What is the 3-digit country code for Canada?
The 3-digit country code for Canada is 124, according to the ISO 3166 numerical code.
2. Is Canada country code 001 or 011?
While the country code for Canada is 1, the most common exit codes or international access codes are 00 and 011. If your country’s exit code is 00, you would start the Canadian number with 001 (exit code followed by the Canadian country code).
3. What are example country codes?
Some popular country codes for calling abroad include +1 for the USA, +44 for the UK, +52 for Mexico, +91 for India, and +86 for China.
4. What is the 2-letter country code?
ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 is the main set of two-letter country codes used. These codes are written in capital letters and often used as abbreviations in statistical analyses, tables, figures, or maps.
5. How do I make an international call from Canada?
When making an international call from Canada, you would use the exit code (011) followed by the country code of the destination country. For example, when calling Argentina from Canada, you would dial 011 54, followed by the rest of the phone number.
6. How do I write my Canadian phone number in international format?
The recommended international format for writing a Canadian telephone number is +1 819 555 5555, without hyphens.
7. Is calling Canada considered international?
Yes, calling someone in Canada from another country is considered an international call. However, most plans include domestic long distance (USA only), unless you have an international plan added to your account.
8. How many country codes are there?
There are currently 249 country codes, as per the ISO 3166-1 standard. Each country has its own unique country code, which is used to identify it in the international calling system.
In conclusion, international calling codes and country codes serve different purposes when making international calls. International calling codes are general codes used to make international calls, while country codes are specific codes assigned to each country. It is important to include the correct country code when saving international contacts in your phone, to ensure seamless communication across borders.