How To Call Bangladesh From Singapore
Quick Reference Summary
To call Bangladesh from Singapore:
001 + 880 + Area Code + Local Number
Examples:
- For Dhaka landline: 001 + 880 + 2 + XXXXXXXX
- For Bangladesh mobile phone: 001 + 880 + 1X + XXXXXXXX
When it’s 12 PM (noon) in Singapore, it’s 10 AM in Bangladesh (2 hours behind).
How to Call a Landline in Bangladesh
Calling a Bangladesh landline from Singapore is easy if you follow these steps:
- Dial Singapore’s international access code: 001 (or 002, 008 depending on your carrier)
- Dial Bangladesh’s country code: 880
- Dial the area code
- Dial the local phone number
For example, if you’re calling a Dhaka number, you would dial 001 880 2 XXXXXXXX from Singapore.
Unlike some other countries, Bangladesh doesn’t use a leading 0 before area codes for domestic calls, so there’s no need to remove it when calling internationally.
How to Call a Mobile Phone in Bangladesh
Calling a Bangladesh mobile phone follows a similar pattern:
- Dial Singapore’s international access code: 001 (or 002, 008)
- Dial Bangladesh’s country code: 880
- Dial the mobile prefix (usually starts with 1)
- Dial the rest of the mobile number
For example, if the Bangladesh mobile number is 017 1234 5678, you would dial 001 880 17 1234 5678 from Singapore.
All Bangladesh mobile numbers start with the digit 1 after the country code.
Different Ways to Dial Internationally from Singapore
Singapore offers several international access codes depending on which phone company you use:
- 001: SingTel
- 002: M1
- 008: StarHub
The choice of access code might affect how much your call costs. If you’re using a phone card, follow the specific instructions that came with your card.
Understanding Bangladesh Phone Numbers
Landline Numbers
Bangladesh landline numbers usually have:
- A 1-digit or 2-digit area code
- A 6-digit to 8-digit local number (depending on the area)
The total number of digits varies by region but is typically 8-10 digits including the area code.
Mobile Numbers
Bangladesh mobile numbers have:
- A 2-digit mobile prefix (always starting with 1)
- An 8-digit personal number
Total digits: 10 (11 including the country code)
Area Codes for Major Bangladesh Cities
Here’s a list of area codes for major cities and regions in Bangladesh:
| City/Region | Area Code |
|---|---|
| Dhaka | 2 |
| Chittagong | 31 |
| Sylhet | 821 |
| Khulna | 41 |
| Rajshahi | 721 |
| Barisal | 431 |
| Rangpur | 521 |
| Comilla | 81 |
| Mymensingh | 91 |
| Jessore | 421 |
| Bogra | 51 |
| Narayanganj | 7 |
| Dinajpur | 531 |
| Tangail | 921 |
| Faridpur | 631 |
Mobile Phone Operators
Bangladesh has several mobile phone networks. All mobile numbers start with the digit 1 after the country code 880.
| Operator | Prefixes |
|---|---|
| Grameenphone | 17 |
| Robi | 18 |
| Banglalink | 19 |
| Teletalk | 15 |
| Airtel Bangladesh | 16 (now part of Robi) |
For example, to call a Grameenphone mobile number (017 1234 5678) from Singapore, dial: 001 880 17 1234 5678
Time Difference
Bangladesh is on Bangladesh Standard Time (BST), which is UTC+6 all year round. Bangladesh does not use daylight saving time.
Singapore is on Singapore Standard Time (SGT), which is UTC+8 all year round.
This means Bangladesh is always 2 hours behind Singapore throughout the year.
Special Numbers to Know
Service Numbers
- 999: Emergency services (police, fire, ambulance) – cannot be dialed from outside Bangladesh
- 100: Police – cannot be dialed from outside Bangladesh
- 101: Fire service – cannot be dialed from outside Bangladesh
- 102: Ambulance – cannot be dialed from outside Bangladesh
Calling Business Extensions
When calling a business in Bangladesh that has extensions:
- Dial the full international number as usual
- Wait for the automated system to answer
- Then enter the extension number when prompted
Best Time to Call
Since Bangladesh is 2 hours behind Singapore, consider the time difference when making calls:
- Business hours in Bangladesh: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (12:00 PM – 8:00 PM Singapore time)
- Government offices in Bangladesh: Usually 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sunday to Thursday (11:00 AM – 7:00 PM Singapore time)
Important note: The Bangladesh work week typically runs from Sunday to Thursday, with Friday and Saturday being the weekend.
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