What does a Gambia phone number look like?
- International format
+220 3012345- IDD format (caller ID)
00220 3012345- Mobile example
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3012345(local) →+220 3012345 - Landline example
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5661234(local) →+220 5661234
Received a call or message from +220?
A call or text from +220 (or 00220) originates from Gambia.
If you don't know anyone in Gambia, be cautious. Common patterns with unfamiliar international numbers:
- One-ring scams (Wangiri): The caller rings once and hangs up, hoping you'll call back a premium-rate number. Don't return calls to numbers you don't recognize.
- SMS phishing: Messages claiming to be from banks, delivery services, or government agencies. Legitimate organizations won't contact you from a +220 number unless you have an account in Gambia.
- Spoofed numbers: The caller ID can be faked. A call showing +220 may not actually originate from Gambia.
If you do know someone in Gambia and want to call them back, see the dialing instructions below.
How to call Gambia from abroad
- International format (recommended)
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+220 [local number]Example:
+220 301 2345 - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+220followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
220, then the local number.
| From | Dial |
|---|---|
| US/Canada | 011 220 [local number] |
| United Kingdom | 00 220 [local number] |
| Australia | 0011 220 [local number] |
| Your browser (DialHard) | +220 [local number] |
Do I need to drop the leading zero?
Gambia numbers don't typically have a trunk prefix to remove. Dial the number as-is after the country code.
What time zone is Gambia?
Africa/Abidjan
Good time to call
04:08 PM local time · Weekend daytime
Good for personal calls.
Calling Gambia
Direct calling to Gambia isn't available yet. View available destinations.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the code +220 from?
+220 is the international dialing code for Gambia.
Is +220 a mobile or landline code?
+220 is the country code for all of Gambia — both mobile and landline numbers use this code. The digits after the country code may indicate the number type, but this varies by country.
Is a call from +220 a scam?
Not necessarily. +220 is the legitimate country code for Gambia. However, scammers can spoof any country code. If you don't recognize the number or weren't expecting a call from Gambia, don't call back — especially if they only rang once.
Why won't my call to Gambia connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +220 (not 00220 or just 220)
- 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
What does a Gambia phone number look like?
A Gambia number in international format starts with
+220 followed by the local number.
Example: +220 3012345
How do I save a Gambia number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +220 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.
How do I block calls from +220?
On most smartphones, you can block individual numbers by opening your recent calls, tapping the number, and selecting "Block." To block all calls from a country code, check your carrier's international call blocking options or use a call-filtering app.