Albania Country Code +355
The international country code for Albania is +355. This guide explains how Albanian phone numbers are structured, how to dial Albania from abroad, which time zones the country uses, and which emergency numbers apply nationwide.
Albania dialing quick facts
- Country name
- Albania
- Country code (E.164)
- +355
- International prefix
- 00 (from Albania)
- Trunk prefix
- 0 (domestic long distance)
- Typical length
- +355 + 8–9 digits
- Main emergency
- 112
Example Tirana landline
+355 4 212 3456
+355 (country) · 4 (Tirana area code without 0) · 212 3456 (subscriber).
Albania phone number format
Albania uses the +355 country code with a closed national numbering plan. Landlines use geographic area codes, while mobile operators use specific prefixes. The trunk prefix 0 is used domestically and is removed when dialing from abroad.
Standard international format
+355 6X XXX XXX (mobile)
- +355 – Albania country code
- A / AA – 1–2 digit area code (without leading 0)
- XXX XXXX – landline subscriber number
- 6X – mobile network prefix (e.g. 66, 67, 68, 69)
Domestic format is usually written as 0A XXX XXXX for landlines and 06X XXX XXX for mobiles. From abroad, drop the leading 0 and prepend +355.
Landline vs mobile numbers
- Geographic landlines: Tirana, the capital, commonly uses area code 04 domestically, which becomes 4 in international format: +355 4 XXX XXXX.
- Other regions have their own area codes (e.g. 052, 053, etc. domestically). Internationally these are written without the leading 0: +355 52 XXX XXX.
- Mobile numbers: usually start with 06 domestically and have 8 digits after the 0. From abroad, dial +355 6X XXX XXX.
- Total length: in international form, Albanian numbers typically have +355 plus 8–9 digits (depending on area/mobile code length).
For validation in applications, you can accept formats matching +355[2-6][0-9]{7,8} and then refine based on up-to-date operator/area allocations.
How to dial Albania
To call Albania from another country, combine your international exit code, the +355 country code, the area or mobile code (without the domestic 0) and the subscriber number.
Generic pattern (from abroad)
- Dial your country’s international exit code (e.g. 00, 011, 0011).
- Dial 355 – Albania’s country code.
- Dial the area or mobile code without the leading 0 (for example, 4 for Tirana or 68 for a mobile range).
- Dial the remaining subscriber digits.
If you have a local format such as 04 212 3456, dial +355 4 212 3456 from abroad. For a mobile like 068 123 4567, dial +355 68 123 4567.
Dialing inside Albania
Within Albania, you generally keep the trunk prefix 0 for long-distance and mobile calls.
- Landline in same area: you can often dial the subscriber number only (for example, 212 3456) depending on local rules.
- Landline to another city: dial 0A XXX XXXX (for example, 04 212 3456 for Tirana).
- To a mobile: dial 06X XXX XXX.
- International from Albania: dial 00 + country code + number (for example, 00 39 06 123 4567 to call Rome, Italy).
Exact local dialing rules may differ slightly by operator and region, but 0 + code + number is the standard pattern across the country.
Albania time zones
Albania follows the same time rules as much of continental Europe, switching between Central European Time (CET) in winter and Central European Summer Time (CEST) in summer.
Time zone overview
| Period | Abbreviation | UTC offset | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard time | CET | UTC+1 | Roughly late October to late March. |
| Summer time | CEST | UTC+2 | Roughly late March to late October (EU-style DST). |
Albania changes clocks on similar dates to many EU countries. Always confirm exact switch dates for time-sensitive events.
Calling Albania: time difference tips
- From Western / Central Europe: Albania is usually in the same time zone as countries on CET/CEST (e.g. Germany, Italy, France), so standard 09:00–17:00 office hours align naturally.
- From the UK & Ireland: Albania is typically 1 hour ahead. A 10:00 call in London corresponds to 11:00 in Tirana.
- From North America (Eastern Time): Albania is normally 6 hours ahead of Eastern Time during standard time (New York 09:00 → Tirana 15:00), and differences adjust slightly during DST transitions.
- From East Asia: Tirana is commonly 7–8 hours behind cities like Beijing or Tokyo, so your late afternoon often overlaps with early morning in Albania.
Emergency numbers in Albania
Primary emergency number
Albania has adopted the standard European emergency number:
112
Dial 112 from any landline or mobile within Albania to reach emergency services (police, fire and ambulance). The call is free.
Other useful numbers & notes
• Historically, separate short codes have been used such as: police 129, ambulance 127, fire 128. In many areas, 112 now acts as a unified entry point.
• Operators may speak Albanian as primary language; English or Italian may be available in large cities or tourist zones but should not be assumed.
If you are outside Albania and need help for someone inside the country, your first contact should be your own country’s foreign ministry or the nearest embassy, rather than Albanian emergency lines directly.
Example: international calls to Albania
Below are some complete dialing examples to Albania from different regions. Replace the subscriber number with your actual contact.
UK → Tirana (landline)
00 355 4 212 3456
00 (UK exit) + 355 (Albania) + 4 (Tirana area code) + 212 3456 (subscriber).
Germany → Albanian mobile
00 355 68 123 4567
00 (Germany exit) + 355 (Albania) + 68 (mobile prefix) + 123 4567 (mobile subscriber).
United States → Durres (landline)
011 355 AA 234 567
011 (US exit) + 355 (Albania) + AA (Durres area code without 0) + 234 567 (subscriber). Replace AA with your contact’s actual area code.
FAQ: Albania country code & dialing
What country uses the +355 dialing code? +
The international dialing code +355 is assigned exclusively to Albania. Any properly routed +355 number should belong to an Albanian operator or range.
How should I store Albanian numbers in my CRM or app? +
Use the international E.164 format: a leading plus sign, followed by 355 and the full national number without the trunk prefix 0. For example, store Tirana landline 04 212 3456 as +35542123456, and mobile 068 123 4567 as +355681234567.
Why do Albanian numbers sometimes start with 0, sometimes with +355? +
The leading 0 is the domestic trunk prefix used within Albania. When you convert the number to international format, you remove the 0 and prepend +355 instead. For example, 069 XXX XXX becomes +355 69 XXX XXX.
Are calls from +355 always scams? +
No. The +355 code is legitimately used by Albanian businesses, government offices, banks and residents. As with any international number, treat unexpected missed calls or messages requesting payments or codes cautiously. If you don’t know the caller, avoid returning the call to unfamiliar prefixes you don’t recognize.
What languages are commonly spoken on Albanian calls? +
The official language is Albanian. In cities and tourist regions, many people also speak Italian or English, particularly in hospitality, travel, and some customer-service contexts. You can’t rely on English on state hotlines, but it is increasingly common in private-sector support.
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