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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.
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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.