Call London, United Kingdom
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💡 Calling London Tips
- • Always include the area code 20 when calling London
- • Rates apply to both mobile and landline numbers in United Kingdom
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- • Billed per second after the first minute
Popular Areas in London
Key neighborhoods and districts
City of London
Prefix: 020-7
Historic financial district ("The Square Mile") with banks, insurance companies, and the London Stock Exchange.
Canary Wharf
Prefix: 020-7
Modern financial district in Docklands with skyscrapers, banks, media companies, and professional services.
West End
Prefix: 020-7
Entertainment and business district with theaters, advertising agencies, media, and corporate headquarters.
Tech City (Shoreditch)
Prefix: 020-7
Technology and startup hub with fintech, digital agencies, co-working spaces, and innovative companies.
About Calling London
London, the capital of the United Kingdom and England, is one of the world's leading global cities and financial centers. With over 9 million residents in Greater London, the city serves as Europe's largest financial hub and a major center for culture, education, technology, and international business. London hosts the headquarters of numerous multinational corporations, financial institutions, and the London Stock Exchange. The city's economy spans finance, professional services, technology, creative industries, tourism, and real estate. London operates on Greenwich Mean Time (GMT, UTC+0) and British Summer Time (BST, UTC+1 from late March to late October) with business hours typically from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM Monday through Friday. When calling London, you'll connect with professionals across finance, technology, legal services, consulting, media, and virtually every business sector. The city's cosmopolitan nature and English language make it a global business gateway.
Business Districts
London Stock Exchange
One of the world's oldest and largest stock exchanges in the City of London.
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Canary Wharf Business District
Major financial center with global banks including HSBC, Barclays, Citigroup, and JPMorgan.
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King's Cross Innovation District
Tech and innovation hub with Google UK headquarters, universities, and research centers.
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Local Tips
London has excellent public transportation (Underground, buses, trains). Business culture is formal but increasingly casual in tech sectors. The city is expensive but offers unparalleled access to global markets. Brexit has changed some business dynamics but London remains a global financial center. Weather is mild but rainy; always be prepared. Time zone (GMT/BST) facilitates business with both Americas and Asia.
How to Call London
Step-by-step dialing instructions
Local Dialing
For local calls within London, dial the 8-digit local number from London landlines. Mobile phones should include area code 020 followed by the 8-digit number (older London numbers may be 7 digits).
Special Prefixes
Emergency services: 999 or 112 for police, fire, ambulance. Non-emergency police: 101. NHS: 111. Directory inquiries: 118 XXX (various providers).
Carrier Information
Major carriers include EE, O2, Vodafone, and Three. Excellent 4G/5G coverage throughout London. Fixed-line providers include BT, Virgin Media, and Sky.
Calling Etiquette
Business hours are 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM weekdays. British business culture values punctuality, politeness, and understatement. Email is preferred for initial contact. Business dress is formal in finance, more casual in tech. Queue etiquette is important.
Quick Dialing Format
Example: +44 20 1234567
Why Call London?
Common reasons people call this city
Financial Services
Connect with banks, investment firms, insurance companies, and asset managers in world's leading financial center.
Fintech & Technology
Network with fintech startups, established tech companies, and digital innovators in Europe's tech capital.
Legal & Professional Services
Reach law firms, consultancies, accounting firms, and professional service providers.
Creative Industries
Contact advertising agencies, media companies, publishing houses, and creative services firms.
London at a Glance
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Frequently Asked Questions About Calling London
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