Syria country code +963 — call Syria & get a number.
Syria's country code is +963, and Syrian numbering follows a standard trunk-0 pattern: keep the 0 domestically, drop it when dialing internationally. Since October 2022, Syria has run on permanent UTC+3 (EEST) with no seasonal DST changeover — simpler for cross-timezone scheduling. Here's the full dialing guide, plus a straight talk on +963 virtual-number availability given sanctions and the ongoing conflict.
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Syria at a glance
The numbers and facts you need before you dial.
What is the country code for Syria?
The country code for Syria is +963. It's the international dialing prefix that tells the global telephone network to route your call to Syria. Whenever you call a Syrian landline or mobile from outside the country, you dial your exit code, then 963, then the local number without its leading zero.
Inside Syria, you never dial +963 — you use the domestic format instead, keeping the trunk 0 in front of area codes (011 for Damascus, 021 for Aleppo, etc.).
Every international call to Syria follows the same three-part pattern: exit code → 963 → local number (no leading 0). From the US: 011 963 + number. From the UK/EU: 00 963 + number. From any mobile: +963 + number. Notice that the local trunk 0 is always dropped once you add +963. A Damascus number written locally as 011 XXX XXXX becomes +963 11 XXX XXXX internationally.
All four mean the same thing — they connect your call to Syria.
How to call Syria from anywhere
From the US or Canada: 011 963 11 XXX XXXX (Damascus landline). From the UK or EU: 00 963 21 XXX XXXX (Aleppo landline). From any mobile: +963 9XX XXX XXX (Syrian mobile). The trunk 0 in Syrian numbers is a domestic-dialing digit — drop it when you switch to the international +963 format.
Full example: +963 11 XXX XXXX — drop the local leading 0 when calling from abroad.
Syria phone number format explained
Syrian numbers come in two flavours: landlines (geographic, tied to a city area code) and mobiles (non-geographic, always starting with 9). Landlines: 0 + area code + subscriber number domestically; internationally +963 + area code + subscriber number. Common area codes: Damascus 11, Aleppo 21, Homs 31, Latakia 41. Mobiles: local 09XX XXX XXX → international +963 9XX XXX XXX. The rule to remember: drop the leading 0 when you switch from domestic to international dialing.
Landline
Landlines use city area codes tied to governorates. Locally you prefix these with a 0 (e.g. 033 for Hama). Internationally, drop the 0 and dial +963 33.
Mobile
Mobile numbers always begin with a 9 after the trunk zero, giving the domestic pattern 09XX XXX XXX and the international pattern +963 9XX XXX XXX. Because both Syriatel and MTN Syria share the 9 mobile range, the specific 9XX prefix indicates the carrier and issuance batch rather than a geographic location.
Syria area codes — major cities
Drop the local leading 0 when calling from abroad.
| City | Region | Area code |
|---|---|---|
| Damascus | Damascus | 11 |
| Rif Dimashq (Damascus countryside) | Rif Dimashq | 11 |
| Aleppo | Aleppo | 21 |
| Homs | Homs | 31 |
| Hama | Hama | 33 |
| Latakia | Latakia | 41 |
| Tartus | Tartus | 43 |
| Deir ez-Zor | Deir ez-Zor | 51 |
| Al-Hasakah | Al-Hasakah | 52 |
| Daraa | Daraa | 15 |
| Idlib | Idlib | 23 |
Syria mobile network prefixes
The prefix after +963 tells you which network issued the SIM — though number portability means it no longer guarantees the operator.
Syriatel
historically the largest mobile network — nationwide GSM coverage.
MTN Syria
the second national GSM operator; part of the wider MTN Group historically.
Syria time zone
Syria uses Eastern European Summer Time (EEST, UTC+3), and since October 2022 has observed permanent daylight saving time — keeping clocks at UTC+3 year-round rather than switching between EET (UTC+2) in winter and EEST (UTC+3) in summer. Practically, Syria is 7 hours ahead of US Eastern in winter (6 in summer), 2 hours ahead of London in winter (matched in summer), and 1 hour behind Dubai year-round. No clock change to track in spring or autumn.
From the US East Coast, weekday 4:00–6:00 AM ET reaches Damascus 11:00 AM–1:00 PM. From the UK, 9:00 AM–2:00 PM UK works comfortably (Syria is 2 hours ahead in winter, matched briefly in summer). Late morning to mid-afternoon Damascus overlaps well with both European morning and US early morning — a single shared window. Tuesdays–Thursdays are the safest window for business calls.
Emergency numbers in Syria
Free to call from any Syria phone, landline or mobile.
Common mistakes when calling Syria
Almost every failed international call is a formatting issue, not a network issue.
Keeping the trunk 0 when dialing internationally
Dialing +963 011... fails. The 0 in front of Syrian area codes is a domestic trunk prefix only — drop it after +963. A Damascus number written locally as 011 XXX XXXX becomes +963 11 XXX XXXX from abroad.
Forgetting the exit code on a landline
From a landline you must dial 011 (US) or 00 (UK/EU) before 963. On any mobile, just press + and skip the manual exit code.
Confusing area codes with mobile prefixes
Mobiles never take a city area code — they start with 9. A leading 9 after +963 means mobile; a 11, 21, 31 etc. is a landline area code.
Adding + on a landline that needs the numeric exit code
The + only works from mobiles; landlines need the numeric exit code (011 from the US, 00 from the UK/EU).
Assuming a DST clock change
Syria adopted permanent EEST (UTC+3) in October 2022 — clocks stay put all year. Old "summer/winter" scheduling notes for Syria are now outdated.
Tips to reduce the cost of calling Syria
Use VoIP or a virtual-number platform
Standard mobile roaming rates to Syria can be steep. VoIP cuts that materially for regular calling.
Check per-minute rates before long calls
International mobile termination to Syrian networks (Syriatel, MTN) can be pricier than surrounding markets — verify with your provider before high-volume outbound.
Batch calls into Syrian business hours
Syria is UTC+3 year-round — mid-morning Damascus overlaps European morning, and afternoon Damascus overlaps US East Coast morning. Plan around one shared window.
Prefer Wi-Fi calling where available
Bypasses cellular international charges when calling from countries with high Syria-termination fees.
Why businesses get a Syria virtual number
A local presence number can make an organisation feel closer to the customers and partners it serves. Businesses use local or virtual numbers to appear reachable and familiar to a regional audience, route inbound calls to teams anywhere in the world, separate business lines from personal devices, and track and record calls for quality and compliance.
Important: Syria is subject to international sanctions and is a conflict-affected market. As a result, virtual-number availability for Syria is restricted and is very likely unavailable. We do NOT promise Syrian numbers, and sanctions or regulatory rules may prevent provisioning entirely. If your business has a legitimate, compliant need to establish connectivity related to Syria, please contact our team to check current availability and request options.
Serve the Syrian diaspora audience
Large Syrian-diaspora populations across Europe, the Gulf, and North America drive real inbound calling into Syria — a regional number lowers friction on both sides.
Anchor a Middle East regional presence
If a genuine +963 isn't provisionable, a nearby +962 Jordan or +961 Lebanon number provides a credible regional footprint for the same buyer audience.
Cloud-based routing to any team
Route inbound calls to your existing team, IVR, or contact center — the caller sees a familiar regional number regardless of where you actually operate.
Full sanctions-compliance visibility
Given the elevated regulatory complexity around Syria-facing business, full call recording, CDR reporting, and compliance-aware routing help demonstrate sanctions compliance.
Simpler cross-timezone scheduling
Syria's permanent EEST (UTC+3) eliminates twice-a-year clock adjustments — plan around a single fixed offset.
Outbound voice for calling into Syria
Even where inbound +963 provisioning isn't available, our outbound voice service and international rate information can help you plan calls INTO Syria compliantly.
Syria virtual numbers with My Country Mobile
Syria-specific: +963 virtual numbers are restricted and very likely unavailable due to international sanctions and the ongoing conflict — we do NOT promise +963 provisioning. Contact our team to check current options. For many businesses, a fully-available Jordan (+962) or Lebanon (+961) regional number is the practical alternative for reaching the Syrian-diaspora and Levant audience.
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How to get your Syria virtual number
Most businesses are live within hours, not days.
Contact our team FIRST — Syria availability is checked case by case given sanctions constraints; no self-service provisioning.
We'll confirm what, if anything, can be provisioned under applicable regulations, and propose a regional alternative (Jordan +962, Lebanon +961) if a +963 isn't available.
Configure routing — point the number at a mobile, SIP trunk, softphone, PBX, or IVR anywhere in the world.
Go live — start receiving calls with your chosen regional caller ID, backed by MCM's 99.99% uptime SLA and full compliance-aware call handling.
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Syria +963 — FAQ
What is the country code for Syria?expand_more
Syria's country code is +963. Dial it after your exit code (011 from the US or 00 from the UK/EU) and drop the local trunk 0.
How do I call a Syrian mobile from abroad?expand_more
Dial +963 followed by the mobile number without its leading zero, giving the format +963 9XX XXX XXX.
What is the area code for Damascus?expand_more
Damascus uses area code 11 (dialed locally as 011). Internationally: +963 11 XXX XXXX.
Do I keep the 0 when dialing Syria internationally?expand_more
No. Always drop the leading trunk 0. A local 011... Damascus number becomes +963 11... internationally.
What time zone is Syria in?expand_more
Syria is on UTC+3 (EEST) year-round, having adopted permanent daylight saving time in October 2022, so there is no seasonal clock change. Older references to "summer/winter" Syrian time are outdated.
What are the emergency numbers in Syria?expand_more
Police 112, ambulance 110, and fire 113. Verify locally as services may vary — coverage and response can differ by region.
Can I get a Syrian virtual number from MCM?expand_more
Availability is restricted and likely unavailable because of international sanctions and the ongoing conflict. We do NOT promise +963 numbers — contact our team to check current options; we'll confirm what, if anything, can be provisioned under applicable regulations before you commit.
Which operators serve mobile users in Syria?expand_more
The two main mobile operators are Syriatel and MTN Syria, both using numbers that start with 9.
How do I call Syria from the UK?expand_more
Dial 00 + 963 + the number without the trunk 0. For an Aleppo landline: 00 963 21 XXX XXXX. For a mobile: 00 963 9XX XXX XXX.
Are Syrian phone numbers geographic?expand_more
Landlines are — each city or governorate has its own 2-digit area code (Damascus 11, Aleppo 21, Homs 31, Latakia 41, etc.). Mobile numbers are non-geographic and start with 9, portable across the Syriatel and MTN networks.
Why did Syria adopt permanent DST?expand_more
In October 2022 Syria stopped switching between EET (UTC+2) in winter and EEST (UTC+3) in summer, keeping the clock permanently on EEST year-round. The change was primarily framed as an energy-consumption measure and eliminated the twice-a-year clock adjustment.
What's the difference between the +963 trunk 0 and a country code?expand_more
The trunk 0 is a purely domestic digit that tells the Syrian network you're placing a long-distance call within Syria. It's not part of the international format — once you prepend +963 from abroad, the 0 is redundant and must be dropped.