German Virtual Phone Number
Get a local +49 number for Germany and route it anywhere — mobile, desk phone or IVR. No hardware, no local office required in most cases.
A German virtual phone number is a +49 number that is not tied to a physical phone line. Calls route over the internet to whichever device you choose, so your customers in Germany dial a local number while your team answers from anywhere.
Why use a German number?
Germany is the largest European market by business telephony spend, and German customers are notably reluctant to call non-local numbers.
The practical benefit is answer rate. People are measurably more likely to answer, and to call back, a number that looks local to them than an international one — which is the whole reason this category exists.
What you can get in Germany
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Country code | +49 |
| Number types | Local geographic, Toll-free (0800) |
| Coverage | Berlin, Munich, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Cologne |
| Porting | Free, subject to provider and number type |
| Included | HD voice, IVR, call routing, recording, voicemail-to-email |
Requirements and restrictions
The Bundesnetzagentur requires a local address in the number's area for German geographic numbers, and enforces this. If you have no German presence, a 0800 number is usually the realistic option.
We would rather tell you a number is not available than take an order we cannot fulfil. Numbering rules differ substantially between countries, and a provider that claims every market is equally easy is not being straight with you.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get a German virtual phone number?
Choose Germany during signup, select an available +49 number, and route it to any device — desk phone, mobile app or softphone. The Bundesnetzagentur requires a local address in the number's area for German geographic numbers, and enforces this. If you have no German presence, a 0800 number is usually the realistic option.
Do I need an office in Germany to get a number?
The Bundesnetzagentur requires a local address in the number's area for German geographic numbers, and enforces this. If you have no German presence, a 0800 number is usually the realistic option.
What does a German virtual number cost?
Numbers are included with Salamtalk plans at $15, $25 and $40 per user per month, with a 14-day free trial. Per-minute charges apply to outbound calls based on destination; Germany rates are confirmed before you order.
Can I forward calls from my +49 number anywhere?
Yes. Calls to your German number can ring a mobile, a desk phone, a softphone or a full IVR menu anywhere in the world. The caller pays their normal domestic rate to reach you.
Can I send SMS from a German number?
SMS availability depends on the number type and local regulation, and it is not universal across markets. We confirm whether SMS is supported on the specific +49 range you are ordering rather than assuming it is.
Can I port an existing German number?
In most cases yes, and porting is free with Salamtalk. Portability depends on your current provider and the number type. Send us the number and we will confirm before you commit to anything.
Virtual numbers in other countries
- Singapore virtual phone number +65
- Hong Kong virtual phone number +852
- UAE virtual phone number +971
- Canadian virtual phone number +1
- UK virtual phone number +44
- Australian virtual phone number +61
See global numbers for the full international directory, or US local numbers by area code if you need a North American presence.
Check German number availability
Tell us the city and number type you need and we will confirm what is available and what the requirements are before you order.