Virtual phone numbers from China
Get your own "电话号码" in China starting at just $19.95.
We offer virtual numbers with local prefixes in seven major cities, including Beijing, Shanghai, and Shenzhen.
Use any device or software
Any device can be used to make and receive calls with your FlyNumber.
- Any SIP or VoIP app on iOS or Android
- Mac, PC, or Linux computer
- Desktop office phone
- Any regular phone number (to receive calls)
- Any VoIP solution (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 China 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 China FlyNumber as the caller ID.
- Register up to 5 devices, with voicemail built in.
- Pick your own China number when ordering — search by digits or letters.
2.) Forward the China phone calls to any standard phone number worldwide
- For a low per min rate you can forward the China calls to any regular phone number in the world.
- You'll see the caller ID of the person calling your China 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 China number directly to VoIP
- Set the China number directly to a SIP/VoIP address.
- We'll send the China 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 China 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.
Note
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
- Pay per phone number, not per user, for budget-friendly management.
- Own and port China phone numbers as needed.
- Unlimited incoming calls with VoIP for peace of mind.
- Easily adjust call forwarding anytime.
Registration Requirements
- Local
Business registration only. Required: full name, Chinese contact phone number, Chinese passport or ID copies for both the legal representative and the project manager, company name, China company incorporation certificate, and China registration forms.
The address must match the number's city and the address on the incorporation certificate. The online number is a placeholder until registration completes; activation can take up to two weeks.
Please review our China-specific limitations for important traffic restrictions and caller ID requirements.
Example use cases
Marketing campaign tracking
Assign unique numbers to different campaigns to track which ads drive the most calls, especially during events like Singles' Day.
Real estate agents in Shenzhen
Use a local number on property listings to appear professional and make it easy for buyers to call.
Privacy on Taobao and 58.com
Communicate with buyers and sellers without revealing your personal phone details.
Expats and international travelers
Stay connected with family and local services without hefty international calling charges.
Business expansion
Establish a local presence in China without needing a physical office.
Call like a local, pay like a local
In many cases if you make outgoing calls to a China phone number using a China 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 China numbers
- China's country code is +86.
- Phone numbers are typically 11 digits long for mobile phones.
- Dial local numbers directly; add area code for landlines if calling from outside.
- Area codes vary from 2 to 4 digits for different regions.
- Number format has evolved with increased mobile phone usage.
FAQs
Are there any restrictions for China phone numbers?
Yes, China has specific traffic restrictions — callers must show a valid, authentic caller ID, and repeated or automated calling patterns can be blocked by Chinese carriers. Please review the China-specific limitations before ordering.
What are the benefits of using a FlyNumber virtual number in China?
A FlyNumber in China offers flexibility and advanced features. Forward calls to any global number while displaying the original caller ID. Use the cloud phone system to customize call flows or set up directly with a VoIP/SIP address for unlimited incoming minutes.
Can I use my China FlyNumber to make outgoing calls?
Yes. You can make outgoing calls with FlyNumber SIP or the optional cloud phone system, with your China FlyNumber as the outgoing caller ID, ensuring your contacts see a familiar number.
How does FlyNumber help businesses in China with call management?
FlyNumber's cloud phone system allows you to manage calls with features like time-based routing and IVR menus, catering to the needs of Chinese businesses for efficient communication management.
Is it possible to integrate a China FlyNumber with my existing VoIP setup?
Absolutely. You can set your China FlyNumber directly to a VoIP/SIP address, compatible with solutions like Asterisk or FreePBX, providing seamless integration with existing systems.
Can I change the forwarding number of my China FlyNumber?
Yes, you can change the forwarding number anytime via the FlyNumber panel, offering flexibility to adapt to evolving communication needs.
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