By Sophie Levant
Phone a friend in England.
You have placed plenty of phone calls in your lifetime, the vast majority of which were likely within the U.S. Yet if you have a friend, relative or business contact living in England, you may find the thought of placing an international phone call a little intimidating. Thankfully it's quite simple. All you need to do is dial a few additional numbers.
Instructions
Difficulty: Easy
Things You'll Need:
- Phone Card
Phone Number and Area Code
- Phone Card
- Phone Number and Area Code
Step 1
Pick up your phone. If you are using an international phone card, dial their number first and follow their directions.
Step 2
Dial the prefix "011." This indicates that you are making an international phone call from the U.S.
Step 3
Dial "44." This indicates that you are placing a call to England.
Step 4
Dial the area code. This indicates which city or area you are calling to and should be included with the phone number. These begin with a "0" followed by two or more digits, depending on the area. For instance, London's code is "020."
Step 5
Dial the phone number -- you're now ready to have your conversation.
About the Author:
Sophie Levant is a freelance writer based in Michigan. Having attended Michigan State University, her interests include history classical music, travel, and the German language. Her work has been published at eHow and Travels.
Photo Credits:
Sarah Martinez
