Bangladesh Country Code +880
Bangladesh uses the international dialing code +880. From Dhaka’s banks and garment factories to port operations in Chittagong and family calls from abroad, +880 numbers connect one of the world’s most densely populated countries to the rest of the globe.
The national plan is closed: inside Bangladesh, calls are made as 0 – area or operator code – subscriber number. From outside, you replace the leading 0 with +880. Landline area codes are typically 2–4 digits (for example, 2 for Dhaka, 31 for Chittagong), while mobiles use 01X… prefixes and are widely used for banking, delivery updates and app logins.
This guide explains how Bangladeshi numbers are structured, how to dial correctly from the US, UK, Europe, the Middle East and Asia, what time it is in Bangladesh Standard Time (BST, UTC+6), and which emergency numbers to know while you are there.
Dhaka landline (intl.)
+880 2 1234 5678
2 is the area code for Dhaka; inside Bangladesh this is dialled as 02-1234-5678.
Mobile example
+880 17 1234 5678
Mobiles are written locally as 017-1234-5678 and internationally as +880-17-1234-5678.
Time & DST
BST (UTC+6) · no DST
Bangladesh uses a single time zone all year with no daylight saving time.
Overview – where +880 is used
The country code +880 is reserved exclusively for Bangladesh. It is the numbering identity you will see on supplier catalogues from Dhaka, freight forwarders in Chittagong, NGOs working around Cox’s Bazar and millions of Bangladeshi workers staying in touch with family while abroad.
Bangladesh uses a closed national plan under the Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC). Inside the country, all standard numbers are dialled as 0 + area/operator code + subscriber number. From outside, you drop the 0 and add +880 in front. Area codes for landlines are usually 2–4 digits, while mobile operators use 01X prefixes (for example 013, 014, 015, 016, 017, 018, 019).
In practice, many international calls today happen via apps such as WhatsApp, IMO or Viber, but the underlying +880 number format is still critical for SMS one-time codes, banking, two-factor authentication and formal documents.
Typical +880 use cases
- Garment & textile exporters sharing Dhaka or Gazipur numbers on proforma invoices, Alibaba listings and sourcing platforms.
- Logistics, freight & shipping around Chittagong and Mongla ports coordinating vessels, containers and customs.
- Remittances & family calls from the Gulf, Europe and North America to relatives in cities and villages across Bangladesh.
For smooth communication, always confirm whether the contact is sharing a landline (with area code) or a mobile (01X…) and store it in your systems as +880…, not just the local 0… variant.
Bangladesh phone number formats (+880)
Intl. pattern: +880 – area/operator – subscriberThe main categories of +880 numbers are:
- • Landlines (PSTN) – area code (typically 2–4 digits) plus subscriber number (6–8 digits).
- • Mobiles – 11 digits in total when dialled locally, starting with 01, for example 013, 014, 015, 016, 017, 018, 019.
- • IP telephony – ranges such as +880 96XX… are used by IP telephony service providers (IPTSP).
Inside Bangladesh, dialling always starts with 0. From abroad you remove the leading 0 and use +880 instead. Mobile numbers are not tied to a city area code – they can move with the user around the country.
Sample formats
Illustrative examples2 is the Dhaka area code. Domestic long-distance: 02-1234-5678. Local: 1234-5678.
31 is a common code for Chittagong. Inside Bangladesh: 031-7654-321.
18, 17, 19, 15, 16, 13 and 14 are mobile prefixes. Locally dialled as 018-1234-5678, usable anywhere in Bangladesh.
How to dial Bangladesh (+880) numbers
1. From the US or Canada
Standard format from the US or Canada: 011 + 880 + number.
- Dial 011 – exit code from the US/Canada.
- Dial 880 – country code for Bangladesh.
- Dial the area or mobile code without the leading 0 plus the subscriber number.
Example: 011 880 2 1234 5678 – US → Dhaka landline.
2. From the UK & most of Europe
Many European countries use 00 as the international access code.
- Dial 00 – international access code.
- Dial 880 – Bangladesh’s country code.
- Dial the area code (without 0) + subscriber number, or the full mobile after removing 0.
Example: 00 880 17 1234 5678 – UK → Bangladesh mobile.
3. From inside Bangladesh
- Local landline (same city): dial the subscriber number only (for example 1234-5678 in Dhaka).
- Domestic long-distance landline: dial 0 + area code + subscriber number (for example 031-7654-321 to Chittagong).
- Any mobile: dial the full 11-digit local form (for example 017-1234-5678).
- From Bangladesh to other countries: dial 00 (or carrier codes 001 / 002) + country code + number.
International carriers and some mobile operators may promote specific prefixes for cheaper IDD calls, but the +880 format for incoming calls is always the same.
Time in Bangladesh – Bangladesh Standard Time (BST, UTC+6)
Bangladesh observes a single official time zone: Bangladesh Standard Time (BST), which is UTC+6. This is used nationwide, including Dhaka, Chittagong, Sylhet, Khulna and Rajshahi, and is represented in systems as Asia/Dhaka.
The country briefly experimented with daylight saving time in 2009, but the scheme was cancelled in 2010. There are no seasonal clock changes anymore – BST remains UTC+6 year round. If your country uses daylight saving time, the difference with Bangladesh will shift when your own clocks change, not when Bangladesh’s does.
For business communication, common phone hours are 09:00–18:00 BST, Sunday to Thursday for many offices (with Friday often treated as the main weekly holiday). Factories and service centres may operate on different schedules, so always confirm availability for critical calls.
Approximate time differences vs Dhaka
| City | Zone | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore / Kuala Lumpur | UTC+8 | +2 hours ahead of Dhaka |
| Dubai | UTC+4 | Dhaka is +2h ahead |
| London | UTC / UTC+1 | Dhaka is +6h in winter, +5h in summer |
| New York | UTC-5 / UTC-4 | Dhaka is +11h in winter, +10h in summer |
When sending calendar invites, set the meeting to Asia/Dhaka (UTC+6) so that colleagues elsewhere see the correct converted time.
Emergency numbers in Bangladesh
Bangladesh operates a unified National Emergency Service on the short code 999. This is a toll-free, 24/7 helpline that connects callers to police, fire and ambulance services anywhere within the country’s borders.
National emergency (all services)
999
Central number for police, fire and ambulance. Operators dispatch the relevant service and coordinate with local responders. The line is designed to be reachable from landlines and mobile phones, including many roaming SIMs.
Government helpline
333
Central citizen service and information helpline; not a replacement for 999 in life-threatening emergencies, but useful for local service queries and guidance.
Other specialised lines
Additional short codes exist, for example 109 for violence against women and children, and various hotlines for railways, utilities and anti-corruption. For foreigners, 999 plus your embassy’s emergency number are the key contacts to memorise.
If you are using a foreign SIM card while visiting Bangladesh, test non-urgent calls to local numbers first to confirm roaming works, and keep your embassy or consulate’s 24/7 emergency line saved in your phone alongside 999.
Example: calling +880 numbers step by step
US → Dhaka landline
Dhaka office advertises its number as +880 2 1234 5678.
- Dial 011 (US exit code).
- Dial 880.
- Dial 2 1234 5678.
Final sequence: 011 880 2 1234 5678
UK → Bangladesh mobile
Supplier shares mobile: 017 1234 5678.
- Remove the leading 0 → 17 1234 5678.
- Dial 00 (UK international code).
- Dial 880.
- Dial 17 1234 5678.
Final sequence: 00 880 17 1234 5678
Saudi Arabia → Chittagong number
Family landline in Chittagong: 031 7654 321.
- Remove the 0 → 31 7654 321.
- Dial Saudi exit code 00.
- Dial 880.
- Dial 31 7654 321.
Final sequence: 00 880 31 7654 321
Bangladesh country code +880 – FAQ
What does the +880 code represent?
+880 is the international country code for Bangladesh assigned under ITU E.164. Any phone number starting with +880 is part of the Bangladeshi numbering plan (landline, mobile or IP). If you see 0880, usually the first 0 is a formatting mistake – the correct form is +880.
Why do Bangladeshi numbers often begin with 0?
Inside Bangladesh, callers use a trunk prefix 0 before area and mobile codes – for example 02 for Dhaka or 017 for a mobile. From outside the country the 0 is removed and replaced with +880, so 017-1234-5678 becomes +880-17-1234-5678.
How many digits are in a Bangladesh mobile number?
Local mobile numbers are 11 digits including the leading 0 (for example 01X-XXXX-XXXX). When you write them in international form you drop the 0, so they become +880 1X XXXXXXXX – still 10 digits after the “1”.
Does Bangladesh use daylight saving time?
No. Bangladesh uses Bangladesh Standard Time (BST, UTC+6) all year. A short-lived DST trial in 2009–2010 has been cancelled, and there are currently no seasonal clock changes.
Are apps like WhatsApp or IMO linked to +880 numbers?
Yes. Many Bangladeshi users rely on WhatsApp, IMO, Viber and similar apps, usually registered against their +880 mobile number. If you save their contact as +880-1X-XXXX-XXXX, apps and SMS one-time codes are more likely to work correctly when you are abroad.
Is 911 or 112 valid as an emergency number in Bangladesh?
The official national emergency number is 999. Some mobile networks may redirect 112/911, but you should not rely on that. When in Bangladesh, save 999 plus your embassy’s emergency contact, and use those directly in urgent situations.
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