How to call Laos using the international calling code +856 and area code.
Dial your exit code
Enter the international access code for your country (e.g. 011 in the US, 00 in Europe).
Enter the country code +856
Dial +856 when calling from outside Laos.
Add the local phone number
Enter the local number without the leading zero.
Mobile example
+856 XXX XXX XXX
Dial the country code, then the full mobile number.
Landline example
+856 XX XXXX XXXX
Include the area code if applicable. Omit any leading 0.
The calling code for Laos is +856. To call, start with your international access code, then dial +856 followed by the local number.
In Laos, the main languages spoken are Laotian.
Laos uses the following time zone: Asia/Bangkok. Make sure to check local time before placing your call.
No app download is necessary. You can call numbers in Laos directly from your browser using DialBridge. Just enter the Laos phone number (+856) to get started.
A typical mobile number format is: +856 123 456 789. Remember to omit any leading zero from the local number.
Best times to call are typically 9 AM – 5 PM local time in Laos. Avoid early morning (before 8 AM) or late evening (after 9 PM).