What is Botswana's country code?
The country code for Botswana is +267.
Country codes are assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
How do I dial Botswana?
- International format (recommended)
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+267 [local number]Example:
+267 71 123 456 - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+267followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
267, then the local number.Common access codes: US/Canada: 011, UK: 00, Australia: 0011
Do I need to drop the leading zero?
Botswana numbers don't typically have a trunk prefix to remove. Dial the number as-is after the country code.
What time zone is Botswana?
Africa/Maputo
Good time to call
03:02 PM local time · Weekend daytime
Good for personal calls.
How much does it cost to call Botswana?
International calls to Botswana vary dramatically by provider. Major US carriers charge $3.00/min or more, while VoIP services like DialHard start at $0.37/min.
| Provider | Rate/min | vs DialHard |
|---|---|---|
| AT&T | $3.00 | 88% more |
| Verizon | $2.99 | 88% more |
| T-Mobile | $3.00 | 88% more |
| DialHard | $0.37 | Save ~88% |
Carrier rates are based on published international calling rates without plan add-ons. Your actual rate may vary.
Calling Botswana
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Frequently asked questions
Is +267 a mobile or landline code?
+267 is the country code for all of Botswana—both mobile and landline numbers use this code. The digits after the country code may indicate the number type, but this varies by country.
Why won't my call to Botswana connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +267 (not 00267 or 267)
- Extra digits: Remove any trunk prefix (usually 0) from the start of the local number
- Missing digits: Ensure you have the complete local number after the country code
How do I save a Botswana number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +267 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.