What is Djibouti's country code?
The country code for Djibouti is +253.
Country codes are assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
How do I dial Djibouti?
- International format (recommended)
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+253 [local number]Example:
+253 77 83 10 01 - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+253followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
253, then the local number.Common access codes: US/Canada: 011, UK: 00, Australia: 0011
Do I need to drop the leading zero?
Djibouti numbers don't typically have a trunk prefix to remove. Dial the number as-is after the country code.
What time zone is Djibouti?
Africa/Nairobi
Good time to call
04:06 PM local time · Weekend daytime
Good for personal calls.
How much does it cost to call Djibouti?
International calls to Djibouti vary dramatically by provider. Major US carriers charge $3.00/min or more, while VoIP services like DialHard start at $0.81/min.
| Provider | Rate/min | vs DialHard |
|---|---|---|
| AT&T | $3.00 | 73% more |
| Verizon | $2.99 | 73% more |
| T-Mobile | $3.00 | 73% more |
| DialHard | $0.81 | Save ~73% |
Carrier rates are based on published international calling rates without plan add-ons. Your actual rate may vary.
Calling Djibouti
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Frequently asked questions
Is +253 a mobile or landline code?
+253 is the country code for all of Djibouti—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 Djibouti connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +253 (not 00253 or 253)
- 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 Djibouti number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +253 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.