The exit code for a cell phone is the “+” symbol. You must dial this first before inputting any other numbers.
If you dial the wrong country calling code, hang up and try again, starting with the exit code for Canada (011).
Cell phones in Mexico will always have a 1 as the area code.
Call your phone service provider or go online to find out the basic rates. Cell phones can also rack up additional charges to call a landline in another country. Consider getting a calling plan that includes free or discounted rates to call Mexico from Canada if you plan to make regular international calls.
Cell phones in Mexico have “1” as the area code.
If there is an expiration date, be sure you will use the card before it expires before you buy it. Call the access number on the card, enter your PIN, and dial the rest of the phone number, starting with the exit code and country code to place your call. Keep track of your time so you know how much you have left on your prepaid card. Many calling cards allow you to check your balance and add additional funds by calling or going online and using your debit or credit card.
Landlines require a special VoIP adapter. If you are calling a phone number in Mexico from Canada, you will need to dial the country code (34) before you enter the phone number. You do not need to dial an exit code.
Some apps only allow you to contact other people using the same app and cannot be used to call cell phones or landlines. If you are using an app to call a cell phone or landline in Mexico, you will need to dial the exit code for Canada (011) and the country calling code for Mexico (52) before you dial the area code and phone number. Facebook and other social media platforms, allow you to call other people by using their application to call another user’s profile.
Video call apps like Skype and Facebook do not require you to enter an exit code, but you will need to enter the country code for Mexico (52) before dialing the number.
