This is the telephone area code for Beirut and surrounding areas in Lebanon.
How to Call Beirut from Overseas
- Dial your country's exit code (International Access Code)
- Dial 961 (Lebanon country code)
- Dial the area code (1 - without the leading 0)
- Dial the local phone number
Example: Calling Beirut from France
00 961 1 XXX XXX
Where:
00 = France exit code
961 = Lebanon country code
1 = Beirut area code (01 without the 0)
XXX XXX = Local Beirut phone number
Quick Facts
Beirut Area Code Coverage
The 01 area code covers Beirut and surrounding metropolitan areas:
Downtown Beirut
Central District, Solidere, Martyrs' Square, commercial center
West Beirut
Hamra, Ras Beirut, Verdun, Corniche, residential areas
East Beirut
Achrafieh, Gemmayzeh, Mar Mikhael, Ashrafiyeh
University Areas
American University of Beirut, Lebanese University areas
Business Districts
Financial centers, corporate offices, embassies
Greater Beirut
Suburbs and surrounding communities in Beirut Governorate
Major Lebanon Area Codes
Common Exit Codes for Calling Lebanon
When calling Beirut from these countries, use these exit codes:
France
00
United States
011
United Arab Emirates
00
Saudi Arabia
00
Canada
011
Australia
0011