What does a Burundi phone number look like?
- International format
+257 79561234- IDD format (caller ID)
00257 79561234- Mobile example
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79561234(local) →+257 79561234 - Landline example
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22201234(local) →+257 22201234
Received a call or message from +257?
A call or text from +257 (or 00257) originates from Burundi.
If you don't know anyone in Burundi, 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 +257 number unless you have an account in Burundi.
- Spoofed numbers: The caller ID can be faked. A call showing +257 may not actually originate from Burundi.
If you do know someone in Burundi and want to call them back, see the dialing instructions below.
How to call Burundi from abroad
- International format (recommended)
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+257 [local number]Example:
+257 79 56 12 34 - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+257followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
257, then the local number.
| From | Dial |
|---|---|
| US/Canada | 011 257 [local number] |
| United Kingdom | 00 257 [local number] |
| Australia | 0011 257 [local number] |
| Your browser (DialHard) | +257 [local number] |
Do I need to drop the leading zero?
Burundi numbers don't typically have a trunk prefix to remove. Dial the number as-is after the country code.
What time zone is Burundi?
Africa/Maputo
Good time to call
06:08 PM local time · Weekend daytime
Good for personal calls.
Calling Burundi
Direct calling to Burundi isn't available yet. View available destinations.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the code +257 from?
+257 is the international dialing code for Burundi.
Is +257 a mobile or landline code?
+257 is the country code for all of Burundi — 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 +257 a scam?
Not necessarily. +257 is the legitimate country code for Burundi. However, scammers can spoof any country code. If you don't recognize the number or weren't expecting a call from Burundi, don't call back — especially if they only rang once.
Why won't my call to Burundi connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +257 (not 00257 or just 257)
- 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 Burundi phone number look like?
A Burundi number in international format starts with
+257 followed by the local number.
Example: +257 79561234
How do I save a Burundi number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +257 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.
How do I block calls from +257?
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.