Call Mexico City, Mexico
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💡 Calling Mexico City Tips
- • Always include the area code 55 when calling Mexico City
- • Rates apply to both mobile and landline numbers in Mexico
- • No connection fees or setup charges
- • Billed per second after the first minute
Popular Areas in Mexico City
Key neighborhoods and districts
Polanco
Prefix: 55-52
Upscale business and residential district with luxury hotels, corporate headquarters, embassies, and high-end retail.
Santa Fe
Prefix: 55-91
Modern business district with skyscrapers, corporate campuses, shopping centers, and technology companies.
Reforma
Prefix: 55-50
Financial corridor along Paseo de la Reforma with major banks, insurance companies, and corporate offices.
Condesa/Roma
Prefix: 55-52
Trendy neighborhoods with startups, creative agencies, restaurants, and boutique businesses.
About Calling Mexico City
Mexico City, the capital and largest city of Mexico, is one of North America's most important financial and cultural centers. With over 21 million people in the metropolitan area, it serves as the political, economic, and cultural heart of Mexico. The city is a major hub for finance, technology, manufacturing, and international business, hosting headquarters of numerous multinational corporations and Mexican conglomerates. Mexico City's economy is highly diversified, spanning financial services, telecommunications, media, retail, and technology sectors. The city operates in the Central Time Zone (UTC-6, UTC-5 during daylight saving) with business hours typically from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM Monday through Friday. When calling Mexico City, you'll connect with professionals across finance, technology, manufacturing, media, tourism, and government sectors. The city's strategic location makes it the gateway for business throughout Latin America.
Business Districts
World Trade Center
Iconic business complex with offices, convention center, hotel, and trade services.
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Torre Mayor
Latin America's tallest building housing multinational corporations and financial institutions.
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Corporativo Mapfre
Modern corporate campus in Santa Fe with multiple businesses and services.
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Local Tips
Mexico City traffic can be severe, especially during rush hours (7-10 AM, 6-9 PM). Video calls are increasingly preferred to avoid travel time. The city has a strong coffee culture conducive to business meetings. Air quality varies, with better conditions in winter months. Spanish language skills are valuable, though many executives speak English.
How to Call Mexico City
Step-by-step dialing instructions
Local Dialing
For local calls within Mexico City, dial the 10-digit number (2 area code digits + 8 local digits) from any phone. Mobile and landline numbers follow the same format.
Special Prefixes
Toll-free numbers start with 800. Emergency services: General Emergency (911), Tourist Assistance (078). International operator: 090.
Carrier Information
Major carriers include Telcel, AT&T Mexico, and Movistar. Excellent 4G/LTE coverage throughout the city with 5G expanding in business districts.
Calling Etiquette
Business calls are typically made between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM weekdays. Spanish is the primary business language, though English is common in multinational companies. Lunch meetings are popular and can extend from 2:00-4:00 PM.
Quick Dialing Format
Example: +52 55 1234567
Why Call Mexico City?
Common reasons people call this city
Financial Services
Connect with banks, investment firms, insurance companies, and fintech startups in Latin America's financial hub.
Manufacturing Coordination
Reach corporate headquarters managing manufacturing operations across Mexico and Latin America.
Media & Entertainment
Contact television networks, film production companies, advertising agencies, and digital media firms.
Technology & Startups
Network with tech companies, software developers, and entrepreneurs in Mexico's innovation ecosystem.
Mexico City at a Glance
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