Cheap Calls to USA
From $0.02/min
Call any American mobile or landline directly from your browser. See the rate before you dial — just $0.02/min.
Want to hear something absurd? Calling a US number from London costs more than calling the same number from Los Angeles — even though the infrastructure is nearly identical. That £0.50–1.50/min your carrier charges? Pure markup. GlobCall routes your call over the internet and connects to the US phone network for $0.02/min. Same quality. 25–75x cheaper.
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United States
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$0.02/min
Landline rate
$0.02/min
Time zones
Eastern · Central · Mountain · Pacific
Also: Alaska (UTC-9) · Hawaii (UTC-10)
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How Much Does It Cost to Call the USA?
The US has the world's largest economy and one of its biggest diasporas. You'd think international rates would be competitive. They're not. Carriers treat calls to the US as premium — because they can.
| Calling from | Typical carrier | Carrier rate | GlobCall |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇬🇧 UK | BT / Vodafone | £0.10–1.50/min | $0.02/min |
| 🇮🇳 India | Airtel / Jio | ₹6–20/min | $0.02/min |
| 🇵🇭 Philippines | Globe / PLDT | ₱12–35/min | $0.02/min |
| 🇲🇽 Mexico | Telcel / AT&T MX | MXN 3–15/min | $0.02/min |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | Telekom / Vodafone | €0.10–0.90/min | $0.02/min |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | Telstra / Optus | AUD 0.25–1.50/min | $0.02/min |
Carrier rates shown are standard pay-per-use without international add-ons (as of early 2026). Your actual rate may differ depending on plan and account type.
BT (UK)
£1–15
10 min to US mobile
Airtel (India)
₹60–200
10 min to US mobile
GlobCall
$0.20
Same 10 min call
A weekly 30-minute call to the US costs about $31/year on GlobCall. Through a UK carrier, that's £78–780/year. Through an Indian carrier, ₹9,360–31,200/year. The math is embarrassing — for them. See rates for all countries.
How to Call the USA from Your Browser
No calling card PIN codes. No carrier international add-on. No Skype (it shut down in 2025). Five steps, under a minute.
Go to GlobCall.com and sign in
Or create a free account — takes 30 seconds with just an email.
Select USA 🇺🇸 from the dropdown
The country code +1 is added automatically.
Enter the phone number
All US numbers are 10 digits: 3-digit area code + 7-digit local number (e.g., 212 555 1234).
See the per-minute rate displayed
You know exactly what you'll pay before the call connects — $0.02/min.
Click Call — connected in seconds
The call routes over your internet connection. On decent Wi-Fi or 4G, it sounds like a regular phone call.
Dialing format
- All US numbers: 10 digits — area code + local number (e.g., 415 555 1234)
- Country code: +1 — GlobCall adds this automatically
- Mobile vs landline: Same format, same rate. No way to tell them apart from the number.
Major US area codes
The US has 300+ area codes. GlobCall handles the formatting — just enter the 10-digit number.
Why GlobCall for Calls to the USA
Calling cards have hidden fees. Skype shut down. Carrier add-ons cost $5–15/month whether you call or not. Here's why people switch.
Two cents per minute
$0.02/min is the actual rate. Not a promotional price, not "from" pricing. A 30-minute call to New York costs 60 cents. Your carrier probably charges that much for the first minute alone.
Reaches US government offices
USCIS, IRS, Social Security, US embassies — they all use regular phone numbers. WhatsApp can't reach them. GlobCall can. Essential for visa applications, tax questions, and benefits inquiries.
US business hours, your evening
Need to call a US company during their business hours? That's often 10 PM–2 AM in Asia or 2 PM–6 PM in Europe. Long hold times plus carrier rates add up fast. $0.02/min makes those calls bearable.
No subscription games
Buy $5 credit when you need it. Use it this month or next year. No recurring charges, no "use it or lose it" deadlines. Your balance stays until you spend it.
Works with any US phone
Cell phones, office landlines, VoIP numbers, Google Voice — if it has a US number, GlobCall can reach it. The other person doesn't need any app or special setup.
One balance, whole family
Everyone in your household can use the same account to call the US. No need for separate calling cards or multiple subscriptions. Shared balance, shared call history.
Also available: GlobCall for Business · All country rates
Who Calls the USA?
The US has over 45 million foreign-born residents and receives hundreds of millions of international calls yearly. Here's who's dialing in — and why.
~4.8 million in USA
Students, H-1B workers, green card holders. Many call parents back home — but just as many parents in India call their kids in the US.
~11 million in USA
Largest immigrant group. Family ties span generations. Calls flow both directions — especially during holidays and emergencies.
~4.2 million in USA
Healthcare workers, families, longtime communities. OFW families often call children or parents who've settled in California, Hawaii, or the East Coast.
~700,000 in USA
Business ties, expat families, and plenty of Brits who moved stateside. Calls to sort out US bank accounts, lawyers, and real estate are common.
~5.5 million in USA
Students, tech workers, and families. Many use WeChat for chat but need phone calls for US banks, schools, and government offices.
~2.2 million in USA
Multigenerational communities, especially in California and Texas. Family calls, small business connections, and remittance coordination.
GlobCall handles calls to the USA at the same rate from all countries. See all country rates.
Good to know before you call
The US spans 6 time zones (including Alaska and Hawaii) and has over 330 million mobile and landline numbers across AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, and dozens of regional carriers. Numbers are portable — so the area code doesn't reliably indicate location anymore.
When to call
US business hours are typically 9 AM–5 PM local time. East Coast (NYC) is 5 hours behind London, 13.5 hours behind Mumbai.
Country code
+1
Shared with Canada — GlobCall adds it for you
Emergency (USA)
All emergencies 911
Common reasons people call the USA
- Immigration matters: USCIS hotline, visa interview scheduling, status checks, lawyer consultations. These calls can run 30–60 minutes with hold times — carrier rates make that painful.
- Banking and finance: US banks (Chase, Bank of America, Wells Fargo, Citi) often require phone verification for international customers. Can't do that over WhatsApp.
- Family calls: Parents calling kids in college, checking on grandparents, coordinating family visits. Time zones make scheduling tricky, but cheap rates make impromptu calls viable.
- Business calls: US clients, partners, suppliers. American companies still do a lot of business by phone — especially in sales, legal, and customer service.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the cheapest way to call the USA from abroad?
Browser-based VoIP. Traditional carriers charge $0.10–1.50/min depending on your country. GlobCall is $0.02/min to any US mobile or landline — no monthly fee, no connection charge, no rounding up to the next minute.
What is the country code for the United States?
+1 — shared with Canada and some Caribbean nations. US numbers are 10 digits: a 3-digit area code plus 7 digits. GlobCall adds the +1 automatically when you select USA.
Can I call US toll-free numbers (1-800) from overseas?
Toll-free numbers (800, 888, 877, 866, 855, 844, 833) are free only within the US. From abroad, many carriers block them or charge premium rates. GlobCall can connect you at standard rates, but the business may not accept international calls on toll-free lines. Try their regular number instead.
How do I call a US mobile vs landline?
There's no difference in format. All US numbers are 10 digits regardless of mobile or landline. You can't tell from the number which type it is — and it doesn't matter. GlobCall charges $0.02/min for both.
Is WhatsApp free for calling the USA?
WhatsApp audio calls are free between app users with internet. But you can't reach landlines, office phones, US government agencies, or anyone without the app. For those, you need a service that connects to the actual phone network.
What time should I call the USA?
The continental US spans 4 time zones: Eastern (NYC), Central (Chicago), Mountain (Denver), Pacific (LA). East coast business hours are 9 AM–5 PM ET. For family, evenings 6–9 PM local work best. GlobCall shows the current local time when you select USA.
Do calling cards still work for USA in 2026?
They exist, but most charge $0.50–1.00 connection fees and bill in 3-minute blocks. A $10 card might yield 15–20 actual minutes. GlobCall has no connection fee, bills per second, and your balance never expires.
Do I need to install anything?
No. GlobCall runs in Chrome, Safari, Firefox, and Edge. Open the site, sign in, dial. Works on desktop, tablet, and mobile browsers.
Can I call US government offices from abroad?
Yes. USCIS, IRS, Social Security, embassies, and other federal agencies have regular phone numbers that GlobCall can reach. Many don't have international-friendly online systems, so a phone call is sometimes your only option.