What is Eritrea's country code?
The country code for Eritrea is +291.
Country codes are assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
How do I dial Eritrea?
- International format (recommended)
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+291 [local number]Example:
+291 7 123 456 - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+291followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
291, then the local number.Common access codes: US/Canada: 011, UK: 00, Australia: 0011
Do I need to drop the leading zero?
Yes. When calling Eritrea from abroad, drop the leading 0 from the local number.
For example, if the local number is 0XX XXX XXXX, dial +291 XX XXX XXXX.
What time zone is Eritrea?
Africa/Nairobi
Good time to call
04:04 PM local time · Weekend daytime
Good for personal calls.
How much does it cost to call Eritrea?
International calls to Eritrea vary dramatically by provider. Major US carriers charge $3.00/min or more, while VoIP services like DialHard start at $0.46/min.
| Provider | Rate/min | vs DialHard |
|---|---|---|
| AT&T | $3.00 | 85% more |
| Verizon | $2.99 | 85% more |
| T-Mobile | $3.00 | 85% more |
| DialHard | $0.46 | Save ~85% |
Carrier rates are based on published international calling rates without plan add-ons. Your actual rate may vary.
Calling Eritrea
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Frequently asked questions
Is +291 a mobile or landline code?
+291 is the country code for all of Eritrea—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 Eritrea connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +291 (not 00291 or 291)
- 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 Eritrea number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +291 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.