What is Nigeria's country code?
The country code for Nigeria is +234.
Country codes are assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
How do I dial Nigeria?
- International format (recommended)
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+234 [local number]Example:
+234 802 123 4567 - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+234followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
234, 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 Nigeria from abroad, drop the leading 0 from the local number.
For example, if the local number is 0XX XXX XXXX, dial +234 XX XXX XXXX.
What time zone is Nigeria?
Africa/Lagos
Good time to call
02:08 PM local time · Weekend daytime
Good for personal calls.
How much does it cost to call Nigeria?
International calls to Nigeria vary dramatically by provider. Major US carriers charge $3.00/min or more, while VoIP services like DialHard start at $0.23/min.
| Provider | Rate/min | vs DialHard |
|---|---|---|
| AT&T | $3.00 | 92% more |
| Verizon | $2.99 | 92% more |
| T-Mobile | $3.00 | 92% more |
| DialHard | $0.23 | Save ~92% |
Carrier rates are based on published international calling rates without plan add-ons. Your actual rate may vary.
Calling Nigeria
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Frequently asked questions
Is +234 a mobile or landline code?
+234 is the country code for all of Nigeria—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 Nigeria connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +234 (not 00234 or 234)
- 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 Nigeria number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +234 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.