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How to Make an International Phone Call

Making an international phone call is similar to making a regular long-distance telephone call. However, as international rates vary dramatically, it is a good idea to shop around for the best international long-distance service.

In order to make an international call, it is first necessary to dial the International Access Code (IAC) which is 00. This is followed by the International Direct Dialing Code for the country you are calling. For example, 1 (America), 44 (Britain), 66 (Thailand), 86 (China, if calling from outside China). Then, drop the zero before the telephone number and dial the rest of the number.

e.g.

0044 1337 123 456 long-distance from outside UK

01337 123 456 long-distance inside UK

123 456 local call

Discussion:

  1. Do you have any friends or relatives abroad? Do you often call them?
  2. If you have a friend who lives in London and his home phone number is 0207 466 6889, how would you make a phone call to him? Follow the instructions given in the above article and write down all the numbers you need to dial.