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

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    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 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?