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How to Call Hungary from the US: A Guide for SMBs and Startups
Let’s say you’re about to check in with your legal partner in Budapest or coordinate a shipment with a supplier in Debrecen. You pull out your phone and hesitate: what’s the correct way to dial Hungary from the US?
If you're a small business or startup working with teams, clients, or vendors in Hungary, this guide is for you. We'll walk through everything from correct dialing formats to affordable calling solutions, that help you sound professional and stay on budget.
The country code for Hungary is +36. Any time you call a Hungarian phone number from outside the country - like from the US - you’ll need to enter 36 after the international exit code. This helps route your call to the correct region in Hungary.
Here’s how to dial a number in Hungary from the United States:
Example: If you're calling a landline in Budapest with the area code 1, dial: 011-36-1-2345678.
Example: If the number is 06-20-123-4567, you’d dial: 011-36-20-1234567.
On most mobile devices, holding down the “0” key brings up the “+” symbol. That means you can just dial +36-20-1234567 and hit call.
Here are some common landline area codes for major Hungarian cities:
Area Code | City |
---|---|
1 | Budapest |
52 | Debrecen |
62 | Szeged |
46 | Miskolc |
99 | Sopron |
76 | Kecskemét |
94 | Szombathely |
Startups and small businesses call Hungary for a wide range of reasons:
Time zone tip: Hungary is usually 6 hours ahead of Eastern Time. Plan calls accordingly to stay within business hours.
Costs vary depending on your provider. Traditional carriers often charge between $0.50 and $1.00 per minute, which can add up quickly for frequent or long calls.
DialLink offers a smarter solution with low international per-minute rates, transparent billing, and no hidden fees. You can view current international calling rates here.
DialLink is a cloud phone system built for small business and startups. Whether you’re dialing from your desktop, mobile phone, or web browser, DialLink makes international calling simple and professional.
Why SMBs and startups choose DialLink:
Dial 011, then 36, followed by the area or mobile code (without the leading 0), and the local number. For example: 011-36-1-2345678 for a Budapest landline, or 011-36-20-1234567 for a mobile phone number.
A cloud phone system like DialLink offers the most affordable and reliable option. You get low per-minute rates, no surprise charges, and better call quality than free apps or traditional carriers.
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Arina is a content writer with over 7 years of experience in the IT industry. At DialLink, she creates clear, insightful content that helps small business and startup owners simplify communication and drive growth using modern tools. With a strong focus on practical value, Arina transforms complex topics into accessible, actionable stories.
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