Virtual phone numbers from Germany
Get a German phone number, or "Telefonnummer," starting at just $2.95 for both local and toll-free options.
Choose from available prefixes in cities like 391, or go for a toll-free number to cover all of Germany.
Use any device or software
Any device can be used to make and receive calls with your FlyNumber.
- iOS or Android smartphone
- Mac, PC, or Linux computer
- Desktop office phone
- Any regular phone number (to receive calls)
- Any VoIP (e.g. Asterisk, 3CX, 3rd party VoIP)
Choose from 4 powerful ways to use your FlyNumber
1.) Use FlyNumber SIP to make and receive calls
- Make and receive calls with your Germany number in any SIP calling app from the app stores — Zoiper, Groundwire, Linphone and more — or on a desk phone. We help you set it up.
- Incoming calls are included in the number's monthly rate; outgoing calls are billed per minute from your prepaid balance, with your Germany FlyNumber as the caller ID.
- Register up to 5 devices, with voicemail built in.
2.) Forward the Germany phone calls to any standard phone number worldwide
- For a low per min rate you can forward the Germany calls to any regular phone number in the world.
- You'll see the caller ID of the person calling your Germany FlyNumber on the phone you're forwarding to.
- Change the forwarding number anytime via the FlyNumber panel.
- Consider our optional cloud phone system to enhance call forwarding options.
3.) Set the Germany number directly to VoIP
- Set the Germany number directly to a SIP/VoIP address.
- We'll send the Germany calls to a VoIP destination for free (unlimited minutes).
- High level call logs to help diagnose/debug any issues.
- Use any 3rd party VoIP provider or your own PBX system (Asterisk, FreePBX, 3CX, etc.)
- In your FlyNumber panel this is the Forward to SIP / VoIP Address option.
4.) Use our (optional) cloud phone system
- An optional add-on: a full-featured cloud phone system for a flat $14.95 per month, covering your whole account.
- Add routing logic to your Germany FlyNumber — voice menus (IVR), ring groups, business hours, call recording, and up to 30 users.
- Quickly and easily configure the call flow on a digital grid type canvas.
- Outgoing calls from the phone system use the same per-minute rates from your prepaid balance.
- Usually you don't need it — one person with a softphone is better served by FlyNumber SIP.
Switch between them any time from your FlyNumber panel. A fifth setting, Park the Number, stops the number ringing anywhere (callers hear busy) with no call charges.
FlyNumber’s stand-out features
- Affordable pricing model with charges per phone number, not per user.
- Portability of German numbers for complete control and flexibility.
- Unlimited incoming minutes when receiving calls via VoIP.
- Customizable call forwarding through user-friendly account portal.
Registration Requirements
- Local
Personal: full name, contact number, German passport or residence card. Without German ID, provide non-German ID plus Anmeldebescheinigung, Meldebescheinigung, or Wohnungsbescheinigung. Business: add company name and incorporation certificate.
Address must match the number's city (e.g., Berlin address for Berlin number), confirmed with a utility bill under six months old. The online number is a placeholder until registration completes.
- National
Personal: full name, contact number, German passport or ID. Business: add company name and incorporation certificate.
Address must match your ID or certificate, plus a utility bill under six months old. The online number is a placeholder until registration completes.
- Toll-free
Personal: full name, contact number, proof of allocation from BNetzA. Business: add company name.
German address required. Toll-free numbers are issued by BNetzA and you must apply through them directly.
Porting Your Existing Number to FlyNumber
Already have a German phone number? You can transfer (port) it to FlyNumber and keep using the same number with all our features.
We support porting for local, national, and toll-free German numbers. You'll typically need:
- A recent invoice from your current provider
- Valid ID (passport or Personalausweis)
- For business numbers: company registration documents (Handelsregisterauszug)
- German address matching your number's area (for local numbers)
When you're ready, submit the request from your FlyNumber panel — download the LOA (letter of authorization) there, then upload the signed LOA along with a recent bill. We handle the carrier side and keep you posted.
Interested in porting? Learn more about porting or get in touch and we'll guide you through it.
Example use cases
Marketing campaign tracking
Assign unique numbers to each campaign to see which regions generate the most leads.
Real estate listings
Give each property its own local number so buyers can reach you directly without managing multiple phone lines.
Online marketplace privacy
Keep your personal number private when buying or selling on platforms like eBay Kleinanzeigen.
International travelers
Stay connected with German contacts while abroad without roaming charges.
Families across borders
Family members abroad can call your German number at local rates.
Call like a local, pay like a local
In many cases if you make outgoing calls to a Germany phone number using a Germany FlyNumber as the caller-ID the rate is significantly cheaper.
- The rate is sometimes 10x cheaper so if you call a certain country often, it pays to get a FlyNumber from there.
- Anytime you make outgoing calls with FlyNumber (via FlyNumber SIP or the optional phone system) there is a low per minute rate.
- You can make outgoing calls with FlyNumber SIP or from the optional phone system.
- More details on the phone system billing can be found in our docs.
General technical details on Germany numbers
- Country code is +49.
- Standard format: +49 (area code) (local number).
- Local calls dial without the country code.
- Area codes vary in length, generally 2-5 digits.
- Reunification in 1990 led to number system integration.
FAQs
Can I display the original caller's ID on forwarded calls to Germany?
Yes, FlyNumber allows you to display the original caller's ID when forwarding calls to any standard phone number in Germany. This feature is particularly useful for businesses that value clear communication and customer service.
What are the benefits of using FlyNumber's cloud-based phone system in Germany?
FlyNumber's cloud phone system offers various benefits, including configuring call flow, implementing day/time-based routing, and recording calls. It helps manage business communications efficiently, which is crucial in Germany's punctual and professional culture.
Can I configure my German FlyNumber to handle multiple destinations?
Absolutely, you can use the FlyNumber cloud phone system to forward the German virtual number to multiple phone numbers or VoIP destinations. This flexibility can enhance connectivity and support diverse business operations across Germany.
How does FlyNumber support VoIP solutions popular in Germany?
FlyNumber supports any VoIP solution that uses the SIP protocol. It integrates seamlessly with systems like Asterisk or FreePBX, which are widely used in Germany for business communications, providing detailed call logs and unlimited incoming minutes.
Is it possible to call from my German FlyNumber with its caller ID?
You can make outbound calls using your German FlyNumber as the outgoing caller ID with FlyNumber SIP or the optional cloud phone system. This ensures privacy and maintains local presence when contacting clients in Germany.
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