What is Cameroon's country code?
The country code for Cameroon is +237.
Country codes are assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
How do I dial Cameroon?
- International format (recommended)
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+237 [local number]Example:
+237 6 71 23 45 67 - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+237followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
237, then the local number.Common access codes: US/Canada: 011, UK: 00, Australia: 0011
Do I need to drop the leading zero?
Cameroon numbers don't typically have a trunk prefix to remove. Dial the number as-is after the country code.
What time zone is Cameroon?
Africa/Lagos
Good time to call
02:03 PM local time · Weekend daytime
Good for personal calls.
How much does it cost to call Cameroon?
International calls to Cameroon vary dramatically by provider. Major US carriers charge $3.00/min or more, while VoIP services like DialHard start at $0.55/min.
| Provider | Rate/min | vs DialHard |
|---|---|---|
| AT&T | $3.00 | 82% more |
| Verizon | $2.99 | 82% more |
| T-Mobile | $3.00 | 82% more |
| DialHard | $0.55 | Save ~82% |
Carrier rates are based on published international calling rates without plan add-ons. Your actual rate may vary.
Calling Cameroon
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Frequently asked questions
Is +237 a mobile or landline code?
+237 is the country code for all of Cameroon—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 Cameroon connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +237 (not 00237 or 237)
- 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 Cameroon number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +237 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.