What is Burkina Faso's country code?
The country code for Burkina Faso is +226.
Country codes are assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
How do I dial Burkina Faso?
- 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.Common access codes: US/Canada: 011, UK: 00, Australia: 0011
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
01:06 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 $0.73/min.
| Provider | Rate/min | vs DialHard |
|---|---|---|
| AT&T | $3.00 | 76% more |
| Verizon | $2.99 | 76% more |
| T-Mobile | $3.00 | 76% more |
| DialHard | $0.73 | Save ~76% |
Carrier rates are based on published international calling rates without plan add-ons. Your actual rate may vary.
Calling Burkina Faso
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Frequently asked questions
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.
Why won't my call to Burkina Faso connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +226 (not 00226 or 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
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.