How Long Does It Take to Get a Virtual Phone Number in China?
Chinese phone numbers are available for fast activation and can be used within five business days. Some numbers may take longer to activate. Know-your-customer documentation may be required to get started. If that is the case, then we will reach out to you.
Telephone Numbers in China
China phone numbers are organized as per the Chinese Telephone Code Plan. United World Telecom can help you get Chinese virtual phone numbers, such as national and geographic numbers.
Geographic Area Codes
Chinese local numbers consist of a 2-digit area code followed by an 8-digit subscriber number. When calling from one landline to another in the same area, the area code is not required to be dialed. However, you must dial the trunk prefix (0). We offer the following Chinese geographic numbers:
We offer the following Chinese geographic numbers:
- Beijing (10)
- Guangzhou (20)
- Shanghai (21)
China National Virtual Numbers
Chinese national numbers can be dialed from mobile phones and landlines anywhere in the country and from other countries. These numbers begin with a 400 code, followed by 7 digits. For example, a Chinese national number format would appear like 400 xxx-xxxx.
In our experience, many businesses prefer to use China 400 compared to toll-free numbers. China toll-free numbers cannot be dialed from mobile phones. Additionally, China toll-free numbers require separate phone numbers for North and South China. On the other hand, national numbers offer a single unified phone number that callers can dial from any phone.
Telecommunications in China
Operators China Telecom, China Unicom, and China Mobile dominate the telecom industry in China. All companies have 3G licenses and provide fixed-line and mobile services. Companies from Europe and North America dominate the country’s mobile communications equipment market. Chinese manufacturers are focusing their energies on South America, Southeast Asia, and Africa for growth.
The Most Trusted Provider of Chinese Phone Numbers
United World Telecom is the most trusted provider of China virtual phone numbers to small and medium-sized businesses. Just take a look at these benefits when you get a number online:
- Security: When you use virtual numbers combined with call tracking, you will completely control all costs. Your company will be able to see at a glance who called, where, when, and how much it costs.
- Business image: China virtual numbers can boost your business image. Having a local or national phone number in China can make your business appear like a local Chinese organization. Additionally, Chinese locals can reach you without paying high international calling charges.
- Consistency: China VoIP numbers are not tethered to a specific device or phone line, so your team can always be reached by dialing the same number.
Call United World Telecom today to learn more about China VoIP phone numbers, or you can buy a Chinese number online!
