How to Get a US Phone Number in Pakistan (2026 Guide)
Living in Pakistan and need a US number? Here's how freelancers, remote workers and families get a real +1 US phone number from $5/month, with no US SIM or address.
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Why a US Number Helps in Pakistan
Pakistan has a huge community of freelancers and remote workers with clients in the US. Many of those clients prefer to call or text a US number rather than dial +92. A US number also makes it cheaper and easier for relatives in the US to stay in touch.
People in Pakistan typically get a US number for:
- Freelancing — a US contact number on your Upwork or Fiverr profile, website and invoices, so US clients can reach you like a local
- Remote jobs — a US number for interviews, HR and team calls with a US employer
- Selling to US customers — a support line your US customers can call without international charges
- Family in the US — relatives in America call a normal US number instead of an international one
- Privacy — use the US number on US websites and listings instead of your personal Pakistani number
Before You Get One
A US virtual number runs over the internet. You don't need a US SIM card, a US address or a US bank account. You do need:
- A stable internet connection, since calls go over Wi-Fi or mobile data
- A debit or credit card that's enabled for international online payments, because plans are billed in US dollars
- A web browser on your laptop or phone
Know these limits before you buy:
- A TINE US number calls and texts US and Canadian numbers. It can't call or text Pakistani (+92) numbers, so keep your Pakistani SIM for local calls.
- Some services refuse all virtual numbers, often banks and a few apps. Most accept them, but test any service where a verification code really matters.
Your Options
Google Voice
Google Voice is free, but personal numbers are available in the US only, and new users must verify their identity with a government ID and address. From Pakistan, it's usually not an option.
Apps that need a US mobile number
Some second-number apps only work if you already have a US, Canadian or Australian mobile number. If you only have a Pakistani number, check the requirements before paying. See our TINE vs Burner comparison for an example.
A browser-based virtual number (TINE)
TINE gives you a real US number that works in any browser, from anywhere. You sign up with your Pakistani mobile number as your contact number, choose a US area code and start calling and texting in a few minutes.
How to Get a US Number in Pakistan with TINE
- Go to tinetech.org and create an account with your email and your Pakistani mobile number
- Choose the United States and search by area code. Pick one that matches your clients, such as New York (212) or Los Angeles (213)
- Pick a plan — from $5 a month, or $49.99 a year. Every plan includes calling and texting credit
- Pay by card through Stripe's secure checkout
- Start using it in your browser straight away
Keep TINE open in a browser tab to take calls. Texts arrive in your inbox whenever you open it.
What It Costs
A US number costs $5 a month, $13.49 for 3 months, $25.99 for 6 months or $49.99 a year (about $4.17 a month), with calling and texting credit included. After that, usage is pay-as-you-go:
| Usage | Price |
|---|---|
| Outgoing calls | $0.03 per minute |
| Incoming calls | $0.02 per minute |
| Texts (SMS), sent or received | $0.03 per 160-character segment |
| Picture messages (MMS) | $0.04 each |
For example, a freelancer who takes four 10-minute client calls and sends 40 texts in a month uses about $2.00 of credit. Try your own numbers in the cost calculator.
Tips for Freelancers
- Match your clients' area code. A local-looking number gets answered more often.
- Plan around the time difference. Pakistan is 9 to 13 hours ahead of the US, depending on the US time zone and daylight saving. Tell clients your calling hours.
- Use one number everywhere — your freelance profiles, portfolio, email signature and invoices — so clients always have the right contact.
- Keep a steady connection for calls. Calls run over the internet, so a stable Wi-Fi connection gives the best results.
- Test important sign-ups first before relying on the number for them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a US address or bank account?
No. You sign up with your email and your Pakistani mobile number, and pay by card. TINE doesn't ask for a US address, SSN or US bank account.
Can I call Pakistani numbers from my US number?
No. A TINE US number calls and texts US and Canadian numbers only. Use your Pakistani number for local calls.
Can US clients text me?
Yes. Anyone can call or text your US number from a normal phone, and replies you send show your US number as the caller ID.
Do I need to download an app?
No. TINE works in any web browser on your laptop or phone. iPhone and Android apps are coming.
The Bottom Line
For freelancers and remote workers in Pakistan, a US number makes you easier for US clients to reach and look more local. With TINE you can get one in a few minutes, from $5 a month, and use it in any browser.
See US number plans and pricing, or read the general guide to getting a US number from anywhere.
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