How to Call the United States from Norway

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Last Updated: February 14, 2023 References

Are you currently in Norway and need to make a call to the United States of America? To call the US from Norway, you'll need to know how to properly enter in certain calling codes and your contact's phone number. All you'll need to do is dial "001" and then the full phone number you are trying to contact. Knowing how to properly make a call from Norway to the United States will allow you to easily keep in touch.

Method 1

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Calling by Phone

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Dial 00. When you dial 00 on your phone, you will be signaling that your call is to be directed outside of Norway's phone network. This code will allow you to dial the rest of your phone number and connect with your contact in the United States. Dial 00 before you enter in the rest of the phone number to ensure that your call will be properly directed.^{[1]
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Dial 1. After you've dialed 00, you will need to enter in the country code for the United States of America. The USA has a country code of 1. Dialing the number 1 after dialing 00 will signal that your call is going outside of Norway and will connect with someone in the United States. Dial 1 to connect your call with United States phone networks.^{[2]
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Dial the area code. Now that your call has been directed to leave Norway and connect with the United States, you can begin entering in the area code of the phone number being used. The area code will direct your call to the local telephone networks that your contact is a part of. Enter in the area code after you've dialed 00 and 1 to direct your call to the correct local network.^{[3]
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- You can find a list of area codes for the United States here http://www.areacodelocations.info/allcodes.html
- Area codes will always be three digits long.
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Dial the local number. The final part of the phone number you will need to enter is the local section. This part of the phone number will directly connect you with the person you are trying to contact. The local number is the last seven digits of the full phone number. Enter in the local number to finish the dialing process and connect with the person you are trying to call in the United States.^{[4]
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Method 2

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Calling with Skype

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Create a Skype account. Before you can use Skype to make a call to the United States, you will need to set up an account. The account will require you to enter in some basic personal information to successfully setup. Once your account has been created, you will be able to use it to chat with other Skype users or make phone calls.
- You'll need to provide your full name and date of birth.
- You will need to include the country and city you live in.
- You'll be required to create a Skype user name.
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Review payment options. Skype will require you to pay a small fee to connect with someone internationally. These fees will vary depending on the calling package you select and the amount you plan on calling. Review some of these common pricing methods that Skype uses to get an idea of what you might be paying:^{[5]
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- If your contact has Skype on their computer or phone, there will be no charge for the call.
- You can buy Skype credits that will make your call cost around 2 cents a minute.
- Basic unlimited calling plans to North American phones will cost about $7.00 a month.
- Unlimited international calls will cost around $14.00 a month.
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Enter the number you want to call. Once you've signed up for an international calling plan or have purchased some Skype calling credits, you will be able to enter the phone number and make your call. Enter the full number into the Skype phone dial, including the exit code, the country code, the area code and the local number.^{[6]
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- The Skype mobile phone app will start by requesting that you choose a destination country (the US). Doing this will automatically add the exit code and country prefix to your number.
- Dial your contact's area code.
- Dial your contact's local number.
- The full number should look something like 00 1 555 555-5555.
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Wait to connect with the land-line or mobile phone. Once you've entered the phone number you are trying to reach, Skype will start working to connect you with your contact. Skype will be able to connect with both landlines and mobile phones. Once you've been connected, you'll be able to speak just as you would if you had used a normal phone to make the call.
- If your contact doesn't answer, you'll still be able to leave a message.
- There is no difference between calling a land line or a cell phone.

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Knowing What to Expect from International Calls

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Choose a method of calling that works best for you. There are two main ways that you can call someone in the US from Norway: using a phone and using the internet. Using a phone line can be a simple way to call someone in the US, but it may have high fees attached to it. Making a call using the internet or VOIP services can be affordable, but may require a bit more effort to set up. Consider your options before picking a method to make your call.
- Calling from a phone line will require you to enter in the correct phone number you are trying to reach.
- Calling with an online service will likely require you to setup a profile with that service and pay that service's fees.
- If you and the person you are calling have smart-phones and data plans, you may be able to use an app to make a free international call.
- Most online calling services will connect you with other users for free.
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Check for fees. International calls will almost always come with a fee attached to them. The amount you are billed will vary depending on the length of your call and your phone service provider's rates. Knowing how much you can expect to pay will help you plan your calls and avoid being shocked by a large bill. Always make sure you know the rates of international calling before making your call.
- These fees will apply to traditional phone lines.
- Talk with your phone service provider to learn more about their international calling rates.
- Ask about any special calling plans your phone service provider may have for travelers.
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Know what the time is locally. Before you make your call to the United States, you'll want to make sure you know what time it is there. Because of the differences in time zones between Norway and the United States, your call will be hours ahead of the person you are trying to reach. To avoid calling at an inconvenient time, make sure you know what time zone your contact lives in.^{[8]
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- Someone on the east coast of the United States will be 6 hours behind Norway.
- Someone on the west coast of the United States will be 9 hours behind Norway.
- Norway observes daylight savings practices. However, not all US states observe daylight savings time. Make sure you know what time it is in the state you are calling.
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Learn more about your phone and service plans. Not all cell phones will be able to function while you are traveling in Norway. Depending on the network your phone runs on, you may or may not be able to make a call to the US from Norway. Talk with your cell phone provider to learn more about your phone and its international calling capabilities.
- If your phone is on a GSM network, you will likely be able to make international calls.
- A CDMA network will be much more limited and may prevent you from making an international call.
- You can also try buying a Norwegian SIM card for your phone. This can allow your phone to function on Norwegian networks and will save you money on your call charges. This will only work with GSM phones.^{[9]
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