How do I dial an international number from Skype on desktop?

To call international numbers from Skype you’ll need to buy a little Skype Credit or a subscription . Learn more about mobile and landline rates .

To dial an international number:

  1. Sign in to Skype and select Calls tab button Calls .

  2. Select the dial pad button Dial pad . Skype will automatically display your current country and the relevant calling rates.

  3. Select the country name above the dial pad, then select the country you need to make a call to from the drop-down list. Note : You can also enter a country code manually. To dial a country code, for example +44, click and hold the 0 + button for two seconds on the Skype dial pad, then release; the + symbol appears in the Enter number box.

  4. Enter the number you want to call.

  5. Select the Call button.

Learn more if you are having trouble calling a mobile or landline in Skype ?

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