What is Ethiopia's country code?
The country code for Ethiopia is +251.
Country codes are assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
How do I dial Ethiopia?
- International format (recommended)
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+251 [local number]Example:
+251 91 123 4567 - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+251followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
251, 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 Ethiopia from abroad, drop the leading 0 from the local number.
For example, if the local number is 0XX XXX XXXX, dial +251 XX XXX XXXX.
What time zone is Ethiopia?
Africa/Nairobi
Good time to call
04:05 PM local time · Weekend daytime
Good for personal calls.
How much does it cost to call Ethiopia?
International calls to Ethiopia vary dramatically by provider. Major US carriers charge $3.00/min or more, while VoIP services like DialHard start at $0.51/min.
| Provider | Rate/min | vs DialHard |
|---|---|---|
| AT&T | $3.00 | 83% more |
| Verizon | $2.99 | 83% more |
| T-Mobile | $3.00 | 83% more |
| DialHard | $0.51 | Save ~83% |
Carrier rates are based on published international calling rates without plan add-ons. Your actual rate may vary.
Calling Ethiopia
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Frequently asked questions
Is +251 a mobile or landline code?
+251 is the country code for all of Ethiopia—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 Ethiopia connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +251 (not 00251 or 251)
- 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 Ethiopia number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +251 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.