How to Call from Peru to the USA?

To call the US from Peru, dial 00 (the international access code), then 1 (the US country code), followed by the area code and the local number.
 

1. Exit code: Enter the Peru International access code 00.
    
2. Country Code: Dial the USA country code 1.
    
3. Area Code: Enter the 3-digit area code of a specific area within the USA where you want to call.
    
4. Local Number: Lastly, enter the 7-digit local number, which is divided into two sections: the first 3 digits are the exchange code, and the last 4 digits are the subscriber's unique number.

US phone number format when calling from Peru: Exit Code + Country Code + Area Code + Local Number

Area code is an important component of the telephone numbering system in the US. These are 3-digit numbers that identify the specific geographical area within the country. You must enter the correct area code to route calls to the right region when making a call to the US from Peru or any other country.

Here is the list of popular area codes in the United States:
 

The best time to call the United States from Peru is during standard working hours i.e. 10 AM to 5 PM.

Remember, Peru and the US follow different time zones. You must consider these differences to make sure that your call reaches the standard working hours in the US.

The time difference between Peru and the United States is 1 to 3 hours. While Peru operates on Peru Time (PET), the USA operates in multiple time zones, which are central, eastern, Pacific, and mountain.

Peru Time (PET): Peru follows a single time zone, Peru Time (PET), which operates in UTC-5.

Eastern Time Zone: EST operates in UTC-5, the same as Peru, so there is no time difference between them.

Central Time Zone: CT operates in the standard time zone UTC-6, which makes Peru 1 hour ahead of the USA.

Mountain Time Zone: MT operates in UTC-7, which puts Peru two hours ahead of the USA.

Pacific Time Zone: PT operates in UTC-8, which makes Peru 3 hours ahead of the USA.
 

The cost of calling the USA from Peru is typically around $0.79 to $3 per minute, depending on the service or provider you use. Various phone service providers, such as local carriers, mobile plans, and VoIP providers, offer different pricing options. You can choose the one that fits your budget.

The leading local carriers in Peru, Claro, Movistar, and Entel, offer competitive rates for international calls. Many of these carriers also offer discounted mobile plans. For example, Claro offers international calling bundles from $5 to $10 monthly for regular international callers, which can significantly reduce the per-minute rate. If you want an even lower cost, you can use a Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) provider that offers affordable international calling options.

Calling from Peru to the USA is relatively easy once you know the correct dialing format. Simply dial the Peru exit code, US country code, and area code, followed by a unique phone number. In addition to the dialing format, you may also consider the cost factor, as international calls are typically expensive.

Consider using Calilio's VoIP service for an affordable and efficient solution. With Calilio, you can enjoy incredibly low rates for international calls. Plus, we offer a free USA local virtual number upon any subscription. You can also use this number from Peru to call the USA. As such, you can call at a local rate, though you’re dialing internationally.

Yes, there are applications such as Calilio, Google Voice, WhatsApp, and Skype that allow you to call the USA from Peru using the Internet.

The standard phone number in the USA consists of 10 digits, which include a US access code,  area code, and local number.

If you encounter issues while calling the USA, make sure you’ve entered the correct number. Also, check your network connection to ensure the issue is not related to it. After confirming the number, try dialing from a different location.