What is Liberia's country code?
The country code for Liberia is +231.
Country codes are assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
How do I dial Liberia?
- International format (recommended)
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+231 [local number]Example:
+231 77 012 3456 - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+231followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
231, 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 Liberia from abroad, drop the leading 0 from the local number.
For example, if the local number is 0XX XXX XXXX, dial +231 XX XXX XXXX.
What time zone is Liberia?
Africa/Monrovia
Good time to call
01:08 PM local time · Weekend daytime
Good for personal calls.
How much does it cost to call Liberia?
International calls to Liberia vary dramatically by provider. Major US carriers charge $3.00/min or more, while VoIP services like DialHard start at $0.87/min.
| Provider | Rate/min | vs DialHard |
|---|---|---|
| AT&T | $3.00 | 71% more |
| Verizon | $2.99 | 71% more |
| T-Mobile | $3.00 | 71% more |
| DialHard | $0.87 | Save ~71% |
Carrier rates are based on published international calling rates without plan add-ons. Your actual rate may vary.
Calling Liberia
Direct calling to Liberia isn't available yet. View available destinations.
Frequently asked questions
Is +231 a mobile or landline code?
+231 is the country code for all of Liberia—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 Liberia connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +231 (not 00231 or 231)
- 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 Liberia number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +231 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.