What does a Guinea phone number look like?
- International format
+224 601123456- IDD format (caller ID)
00224 601123456- Mobile example
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601123456(local) →+224 601123456 - Landline example
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30241234(local) →+224 30241234
Received a call or message from +224?
A call or text from +224 (or 00224) originates from Guinea.
If you don't know anyone in Guinea, 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 +224 number unless you have an account in Guinea.
- Spoofed numbers: The caller ID can be faked. A call showing +224 may not actually originate from Guinea.
If you do know someone in Guinea and want to call them back, see the dialing instructions below.
How to call Guinea from abroad
- International format (recommended)
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+224 [local number]Example:
+224 601 12 34 56 - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+224followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
224, then the local number.
| From | Dial |
|---|---|
| US/Canada | 011 224 [local number] |
| United Kingdom | 00 224 [local number] |
| Australia | 0011 224 [local number] |
| Your browser (DialHard) | +224 [local number] |
Do I need to drop the leading zero?
Guinea numbers don't typically have a trunk prefix to remove. Dial the number as-is after the country code.
What time zone is Guinea?
Africa/Abidjan
Good time to call
04:04 PM local time · Weekend daytime
Good for personal calls.
How much does it cost to call Guinea?
International calls to Guinea vary dramatically by provider. Major US carriers charge $3.00/min or more, while VoIP services like DialHard start at $1.28/min.
| Provider | Rate/min | vs DialHard |
|---|---|---|
| AT&T | $3.00 | 57% more |
| Verizon | $2.99 | 57% more |
| T-Mobile | $3.00 | 57% more |
| DialHard | $1.28 | Save ~57% |
Carrier rates are based on published international calling rates without plan add-ons. Your actual rate may vary.
Calling Guinea
Direct calling to Guinea isn't available yet. View available destinations.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the code +224 from?
+224 is the international dialing code for Guinea.
Is +224 a mobile or landline code?
+224 is the country code for all of Guinea — 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 +224 a scam?
Not necessarily. +224 is the legitimate country code for Guinea. However, scammers can spoof any country code. If you don't recognize the number or weren't expecting a call from Guinea, don't call back — especially if they only rang once.
Why won't my call to Guinea connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +224 (not 00224 or just 224)
- 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 Guinea phone number look like?
A Guinea number in international format starts with
+224 followed by the local number.
Example: +224 601123456
How do I save a Guinea number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +224 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.
How do I block calls from +224?
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.