Calling Turkey from Germany

Making international calls from Germany to Turkey has never been easier or more affordable. With rates starting as low as $0.13 per minute for landline calls and $0.24 per minute for mobile calls, staying connected with friends, family, or business contacts in Turkey is accessible to everyone. Germany and Turkey may have significant time differences, making it important to plan your calls accordingly for the best connection times.

The international dialing code for Turkey is +90, and you'll need to dial the Germany exit code before making your call. Modern technology offers multiple ways to call Turkey, from traditional carrier services to internet-based VoIP options, each with their own advantages in terms of cost and call quality.

To call Turkey from Germany, follow these simple steps:

1. First, dial the Germany international exit code: 00

2. Next, dial Turkey's country code: 90

3. Then dial the area code (if applicable) - remember to drop any leading zeros

4. Finally, dial the local phone number

For example, to call a Turkey major city number from Germany:

00 + country code + area code + local number

Pro tip: Save international numbers in your phone with the + symbol followed by the country code (+90) to automatically handle exit codes when calling from any country.

Calling Turkey from Germany doesn't have to break the bank. Here are proven strategies to reduce your international calling costs:

• Use VoIP Services: Apps like WhatsApp, Skype, and Viber offer free calls between app users and low-cost rates for calling regular phones. WhatsApp calls to Turkey are completely free when both parties have the app.

• Check Peak Hours: Due to time zone differences between Germany and Turkey, the best times to call are typically Germany mornings for Turkey afternoons, or Germany evenings for Turkey mornings. Calling during off-peak hours can save you up to 50% with some carriers.

• Consider Calling Cards: International calling cards can offer rates as low as $0.07/minute, though watch for hidden connection fees.

• Bundle Plans: Many carriers offer international calling bundles. Check with your carrier for international calling add-ons.

• WiFi Calling: If your phone supports WiFi calling, use it to avoid international roaming charges when traveling.

Not all carriers charge the same rates for calling Turkey. Here's how the major Germany carriers compare:

• Vodafone: $0.15/min (landline), $0.29/min (mobile)

• Orange: $0.13/min (landline), $0.27/min (mobile)

• Telefonica: $0.14/min (landline), $0.24/min (mobile)

• Deutsche Telekom: $0.15/min (landline), $0.24/min (mobile)

Remember that these are base rates - many carriers offer international calling packages that can significantly reduce per-minute costs. Vodafone currently offers the best landline rates at $0.15/minute, while mobile rates vary more significantly between carriers.