How to make a call using my cell phone in Puerto Vallarta?

When visiting Mexico with a cell phone from another country, making a phone call is fairly straightforward, especially if your phone plan includes international roaming. However, it’s important to know how to dial correctly. To call a Mexican number from your foreign phone, start with Mexico’s country code +52, followed by the 10-digit local number (area code + phone number). For example, to call a Puerto Vallarta number like 322-123-4567, dial +52 322 123 4567.

If your phone is not set to international mode, you may need to manually dial 011 (the U.S. and Canada exit code), then 52, and then the 10-digit number. So it would be 011 52 322 123 4567.

Make sure your cell service provider enables international calling or roaming, and check for any extra fees. Alternatively, you can use Wi-Fi-based services like WhatsApp, Skype, or FaceTime, which are often more cost-effective and widely used in Mexico.

For emergencies in Mexico, dial 911 directly—it works from both local and foreign phones.