What does a Burkina Faso phone number look like?
- International format
+226 70123456- IDD format (caller ID)
00226 70123456- Mobile example
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70123456(local) →+226 70123456 - Landline example
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20491234(local) →+226 20491234
Received a call or message from +226?
A call or text from +226 (or 00226) originates from Burkina Faso.
If you don't know anyone in Burkina Faso, be cautious. Common patterns with unfamiliar international numbers:
- One-ring scams (Wangiri): The caller rings once and hangs up, hoping you'll call back a premium-rate number. Don't return calls to numbers you don't recognize.
- SMS phishing: Messages claiming to be from banks, delivery services, or government agencies. Legitimate organizations won't contact you from a +226 number unless you have an account in Burkina Faso.
- Spoofed numbers: The caller ID can be faked. A call showing +226 may not actually originate from Burkina Faso.
If you do know someone in Burkina Faso and want to call them back, see the dialing instructions below.
How to call Burkina Faso from abroad
- International format (recommended)
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+226 [local number]Example:
+226 70 12 34 56 - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+226followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
226, then the local number.
| From | Dial |
|---|---|
| US/Canada | 011 226 [local number] |
| United Kingdom | 00 226 [local number] |
| Australia | 0011 226 [local number] |
| Your browser (DialHard) | +226 [local number] |
Do I need to drop the leading zero?
Burkina Faso numbers don't typically have a trunk prefix to remove. Dial the number as-is after the country code.
What time zone is Burkina Faso?
Africa/Abidjan
Good time to call
04:11 PM local time · Weekend daytime
Good for personal calls.
How much does it cost to call Burkina Faso?
International calls to Burkina Faso vary dramatically by provider. Major US carriers charge $3.00/min or more, while VoIP services like DialHard start at $1.00/min.
| Provider | Rate/min | vs DialHard |
|---|---|---|
| AT&T | $3.00 | 67% more |
| Verizon | $2.99 | 67% more |
| T-Mobile | $3.00 | 67% more |
| DialHard | $1.00 | Save ~67% |
Carrier rates are based on published international calling rates without plan add-ons. Your actual rate may vary.
Calling Burkina Faso
Direct calling to Burkina Faso isn't available yet. View available destinations.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the code +226 from?
+226 is the international dialing code for Burkina Faso.
Is +226 a mobile or landline code?
+226 is the country code for all of Burkina Faso — both mobile and landline numbers use this code. The digits after the country code may indicate the number type, but this varies by country.
Is a call from +226 a scam?
Not necessarily. +226 is the legitimate country code for Burkina Faso. However, scammers can spoof any country code. If you don't recognize the number or weren't expecting a call from Burkina Faso, don't call back — especially if they only rang once.
Why won't my call to Burkina Faso connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +226 (not 00226 or just 226)
- 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
What does a Burkina Faso phone number look like?
A Burkina Faso number in international format starts with
+226 followed by the local number.
Example: +226 70123456
How do I save a Burkina Faso number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +226 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.
How do I block calls from +226?
On most smartphones, you can block individual numbers by opening your recent calls, tapping the number, and selecting "Block." To block all calls from a country code, check your carrier's international call blocking options or use a call-filtering app.