How to get a USA Phone Number overseas

US phone numbers have quickly become one of the best-selling international virtual phone numbers worldwide. Many professionals and businesses based overseas require a USA phone number.

If you are a UK or European business trying to sell services in the US, you will face challenges. You need a USA phone number to succeed. A local US number can add real value and appeal to future communications. Breaking into the American market has always been difficult to do but once you have cracked it the rewards are vast.

At Zadarma we offer access to a variety of US phone numbers to overseas-based individuals and businesses. We provide a way to link a phone number in the United States to your PC. You can also connect it to a SIP gate, office PBX, mobile phone, or any other device that uses SIP. In addition, we can offer simple forwarding of your virtual phone number to any country often free of charge.

You might be trying to sell services in the USA, or you may already have clients there. You need a US phone line for business growth and to build your reputation.

If this is important to you, read on to learn about the benefits of Zadarma. It offers easy access to the USA virtual numbers.

Benefits of Zadarma’s local USA phone numbers

Zadarma’s users from other countries can quickly get virtual USA phone numbers. They can also connect these numbers to their landlines or mobile phones. Below, we summarize our feature benefits:

• Quick, easy registration and set up (activation takes less than 5 minutes).
• Affordable virtual USA phone line rates, including toll-free.
• You can find local USA numbers from many major cities. These cities include Albuquerque, Arlington, Atlanta, Boise, and Boston. Other cities are Chicago, Dallas, Detroit, Houston, and Kansas City. You can also find numbers for Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, San Francisco, and Washington DC.
• You receive 2 USA incoming lines with every number (2 concurrent connections). Additional lines can be added as requested.
• Opportunity to receive SMS on US mobile numbers with a minimum prepayment of three months.
• You can gain a Caller ID, displayed during outgoing calls from this SIP account.
• You can make outgoing calls and use call forwarding. Or use VoIP app to receive calls via the internet.
• Customized US voicemail - local US greeting messages.
• VoIP and PBX features include call recording, call tracking, and PBX access. They also offer free CRM and multilevel Interactive Voice Response (IVR), among other options.

To make calls using your Zadarma U.S. phone number, follow these steps:

1. Set Up Your Device:
   Install a Softphone or VoIP Application: Download and install a compatible softphone application on your device. Zadarma offers applications for various platforms, including Windows, Android, and iOS.
   Configure the Application: Enter your Zadarma SIP account details into the application settings. You can find these credentials in your Zadarma account. Look under the “Settings - SIP connection” tab. If you use the Cloud PBX, check the "My PBX - Extensions" section.
2. Dialing Format:
   Domestic Calls within the U.S.: To make calls without a country code, go to “Settings - My profile - Calls.” This works if you have a USA address in your profile.
   Just dial the 3-digit area code and then the 7-digit local number. For example, to call a New York number: 212-555-1234. Otherwise, dial it as an international number.
   International Calls: Dial the +, followed by the country code and the recipient's number. For instance, to call a UK number: +44 20 7123 4567.
3. Making a Call:
   Start the Call: Use your app to enter the phone number in the right format. Then, press the call button.
   Call Transfer (Optional): While on a call, you can transfer it to another extension. Press the # key, then dial the extension number. Finally, press # again. For example, to transfer to extension 101: #101#.
4. Receiving Calls:
   Ensure Availability: Keep your softphone or VoIP connected to the internet and activate all notifications to receive incoming calls. Calls to your Zadarma U.S. number will ring on your configured device.

By following these steps, you can easily make and receive calls with your Zadarma U.S. phone number. This helps you communicate smoothly, no matter where you are.

Setting up a USA virtual number online is cheaper than using a regular US phone line. You can use a Cloud VoIP provider like Zadarma for this service.

Setting up a traditional phone line for international or local US calls is enormously expensive. It requires a lot of paperwork and hardware. This makes it not worth the cost.

One key benefit of having a virtual US number is that you and your customers avoid international call charges. Your local USA phone number will attract USA callers who will only pay a local call rate. Choosing a toll-free number lets callers contact your business for free. This can lead to more customer engagement.

Having a local USA phone number can help small businesses create a global presence. With a US virtual phone number, your overseas business can connect with clients in all US states. You do not need a physical call center.

Virtual phone systems can help portray a positive business image. Zadarma can provide personalized greetings for each virtual number in the USA, for both IVR and voicemail. Voicemail lets customers leave a message. This can boost your company’s local business perception and in turn, can help improve customer satisfaction rates.

Zadarma has supported thousands of businesses and individuals looking to establish a USA number, while overseas. With an online virtual US number, you can quickly break down barriers. This gives you fast and reliable access to the largest market in the world. It helps your business grow and makes communication easier.

If you are outside the U.S. and need a U.S. phone number, we can help. Visit our Virtual Numbers for the United States page for more details.