How To Call Philippines From Singapore
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Quick Reference Summary
To call the Philippines from Singapore:
001 + 63 + Area Code (without the 0) + Local NumberExamples:
- For Manila landline: 001 + 63 + 2 + XXXX XXXX
- For Filipino mobile phone: 001 + 63 + 9XX + XXX XXXX
When it’s 12 PM (noon) in Singapore, it’s also 12 PM in the Philippines (same time zone).
How to Call a Landline in the Philippines
Calling a Philippine landline from Singapore is straightforward if you follow these steps:
- Dial Singapore’s international access code: 001 (or 002, 008 depending on your phone company)
- Dial the Philippines’ country code: 63
- Dial the area code (without the first 0)
- Dial the local phone number
For example, if you’re calling a Manila number written as (02) 8123 4567, you would dial 001 63 2 8123 4567 from Singapore.
Important: When people in the Philippines write down phone numbers, they include a 0 before the area code (e.g., 02 8123 4567). But when you call from Singapore, you need to drop this 0 and just dial the area code after the country code.
How to Call a Mobile Phone in the Philippines
Calling a Philippine mobile phone follows a similar pattern:
- Dial Singapore’s international access code: 001 (or 002, 008)
- Dial the Philippines’ country code: 63
- Dial the mobile prefix (without the first 0)
- Dial the rest of the mobile number
For example, if the Philippine mobile number is 0917 123 4567, you would dial 001 63 917 123 4567 from Singapore.
Remember: Philippine mobile numbers start with 0 followed by a 3-digit network prefix (like 917, 918, 905, etc.) when dialed within the Philippines. From Singapore, you drop the 0 and dial the network prefix after the country code 63.
Different Ways to Dial Internationally from Singapore
Singapore gives you several options for international access codes depending on which phone company you use:
- 001: SingTel
- 002: M1
- 008: StarHub
The code you choose might affect how much your call costs. If you’re using a phone card, make sure to follow the instructions that came with your card.
Understanding Philippine Phone Numbers
Landline Numbers
Philippine landline numbers have undergone several changes in recent years:
- Manila (Metro Manila) area code is 2, and local numbers have 8 digits
- Most other areas have 2-digit area codes with 7-digit local numbers
- Always drop the leading 0 from the area code when calling from abroad
Mobile Numbers
Philippine mobile numbers have:
- A network prefix starting with 9 (when dialed internationally, the leading 0 is dropped)
- Followed by 9 more digits
- Total digits: 10 (when called from other countries)
All Philippine mobile numbers now start with 09XX when dialed locally (or just 9XX when dialed from abroad).
Comprehensive List of Area Codes for the Philippines
When calling from Singapore to the Philippines, remember to drop the leading 0 from the area code. Here’s a comprehensive list of area codes for major cities and regions:
Metro Manila and Surrounding Areas
Luzon
| City/Region | Area Code |
|---|---|
| Angeles City, Pampanga | 45 |
| Antipolo, Rizal | 2 |
| Baguio City, Benguet | 74 |
| Balanga, Bataan | 47 |
| Batangas City, Batangas | 43 |
| Cabanatuan City, Nueva Ecija | 44 |
| Calamba City, Laguna | 49 |
| Calapan City, Oriental Mindoro | 43 |
| Dagupan City, Pangasinan | 75 |
| Dasmariñas, Cavite | 46 |
| Iba, Zambales | 47 |
| Ilagan, Isabela | 78 |
| Laoag City, Ilocos Norte | 77 |
| Legazpi City, Albay | 52 |
| Lipa City, Batangas | 43 |
| Lucena City, Quezon | 42 |
| Malolos, Bulacan | 44 |
| Mamburao, Occidental Mindoro | 43 |
| Naga City, Camarines Sur | 54 |
| Olongapo City, Zambales | 47 |
| Puerto Princesa, Palawan | 48 |
| San Fernando, La Union | 72 |
| San Fernando, Pampanga | 45 |
| San Jose, Occidental Mindoro | 43 |
| San Pablo City, Laguna | 49 |
| Santa Cruz, Laguna | 49 |
| Santiago City, Isabela | 78 |
| Sorsogon City, Sorsogon | 56 |
| Tarlac City, Tarlac | 45 |
| Trece Martires, Cavite | 46 |
| Tuguegarao City, Cagayan | 78 |
| Vigan City, Ilocos Sur | 77 |
Visayas
| City/Region | Area Code |
|---|---|
| Bacolod City, Negros Occidental | 34 |
| Borongan, Eastern Samar | 55 |
| Catbalogan, Samar | 55 |
| Cebu City, Cebu | 32 |
| Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental | 35 |
| Iloilo City, Iloilo | 33 |
| Kalibo, Aklan | 36 |
| Maasin City, Southern Leyte | 53 |
| Roxas City, Capiz | 36 |
| Tagbilaran City, Bohol | 38 |
| Tacloban City, Leyte | 53 |
| Toledo City, Cebu | 32 |
Mindanao
| City/Region | Area Code |
|---|---|
| Butuan City, Agusan del Norte | 85 |
| Cagayan de Oro City, Misamis Oriental | 88 |
| Cotabato City, Maguindanao | 64 |
| Davao City, Davao del Sur | 82 |
| Dipolog City, Zamboanga del Norte | 65 |
| General Santos City, South Cotabato | 83 |
| Iligan City, Lanao del Norte | 63 |
| Koronadal City, South Cotabato | 83 |
| Malaybalay City, Bukidnon | 88 |
| Marawi City, Lanao del Sur | 63 |
| Mati, Davao Oriental | 87 |
| Oroquieta City, Misamis Occidental | 88 |
| Ozamiz City, Misamis Occidental | 88 |
| Pagadian City, Zamboanga del Sur | 62 |
| Surigao City, Surigao del Norte | 86 |
| Tandag, Surigao del Sur | 86 |
| Zamboanga City, Zamboanga del Sur | 62 |
Mobile Phone Networks
Philippine mobile numbers start with 0 followed by specific digits depending on the network provider. When calling from Singapore, drop the 0 and dial the remaining digits after the country code 63.
| Network Prefix | Provider |
|---|---|
| 905, 906, 915, 916, 917, 926, 927, 935, 936, 937, 945, 955, 956, 957, 965, 966, 967, 975, 976, 977, 995, 996, 997 | Globe/Touch Mobile |
| 907, 908, 909, 910, 912, 918, 919, 920, 921, 922, 923, 924, 925, 928, 929, 930, 931, 932, 933, 934, 938, 939, 940, 941, 942, 943, 946, 947, 948, 949, 950, 951, 961, 970, 971, 972, 973, 974, 978, 979, 989, 998, 999 | Smart/TNT/Sun Cellular |
| 904, 952, 953, 954 | Dito Telecommunity |
For example, to call a Globe mobile number 0917 123 4567 from Singapore, you would dial: 001 63 917 123 4567.
Time Difference
Both the Philippines and Singapore are in the same time zone (UTC+8), which means there is no time difference between the two countries throughout the year. Neither country observes daylight saving time.
When it’s 10:00 AM in Singapore, it’s also 10:00 AM in the Philippines. This makes scheduling calls between the two countries very convenient.
Special Numbers to Know
Service Numbers
- 1800: Philippine toll-free numbers (generally cannot be called from outside the Philippines)
- 1XXX: Short service codes (not accessible from abroad)
Emergency Numbers
- 911: National Emergency Hotline
- 117: Philippine National Police
- 143: Philippine Red Cross
- 888: Citizen’s Complaint Hotline
These emergency numbers cannot be dialed directly from outside the Philippines.
Calling Business Extensions
When calling a business in the Philippines that has extensions:
- Dial the full international number as usual
- Wait for the automated system to answer
- Then enter the extension number when prompted
Many businesses in the Philippines, especially in metro areas, BPO companies, and larger corporations, have English language options in their automated systems.
Best Time to Call
Since the Philippines and Singapore share the same time zone, you can call at any time without worrying about time differences. The typical business hours in the Philippines are:
- Business hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Monday to Friday
- Government offices: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Monday to Friday
- Shopping malls: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM daily
- Call centers/BPOs: Often operate 24/7
Note that many Filipinos take a midday break (siesta) between 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM, especially in provincial areas.
Recent Changes to Philippine Phone Numbers
The Philippines has made several significant changes to its numbering system in recent years:
- Metro Manila landlines: Added the digit “8” to all eight-digit telephone numbers in October 2019
- For example: 123-4567 became 8123-4567
- Mobile numbers: All mobile numbers require an additional “0” prefix when used locally, but for international calls, you still drop the leading “0” and use the format: +63 + 9XX + XXX XXXX
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