What is Congo's country code?
The country code for Congo is +242.
Country codes are assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
How do I dial Congo?
- International format (recommended)
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+242 [local number]Example:
+242 06 123 4567 - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+242followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
242, then the local number.Common access codes: US/Canada: 011, UK: 00, Australia: 0011
Do I need to drop the leading zero?
Congo numbers don't typically have a trunk prefix to remove. Dial the number as-is after the country code.
What time zone is Congo?
Africa/Lagos
Good time to call
02:02 PM local time · Weekend daytime
Good for personal calls.
How much does it cost to call Congo?
International calls to Congo vary dramatically by provider. Major US carriers charge $3.00/min or more, while VoIP services like DialHard start at $1.19/min.
| Provider | Rate/min | vs DialHard |
|---|---|---|
| AT&T | $3.00 | 60% more |
| Verizon | $2.99 | 60% more |
| T-Mobile | $3.00 | 60% more |
| DialHard | $1.19 | Save ~60% |
Carrier rates are based on published international calling rates without plan add-ons. Your actual rate may vary.
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Frequently asked questions
Is +242 a mobile or landline code?
+242 is the country code for all of Congo—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 Congo connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +242 (not 00242 or 242)
- 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 Congo number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +242 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.