What does a Senegal phone number look like?
- International format
+221 701234567- IDD format (caller ID)
00221 701234567- Mobile example
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701234567(local) →+221 701234567 - Landline example
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301012345(local) →+221 301012345
Received a call or message from +221?
A call or text from +221 (or 00221) originates from Senegal.
If you don't know anyone in Senegal, 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 +221 number unless you have an account in Senegal.
- Spoofed numbers: The caller ID can be faked. A call showing +221 may not actually originate from Senegal.
If you do know someone in Senegal and want to call them back, see the dialing instructions below.
How to call Senegal from abroad
- International format (recommended)
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+221 [local number]Example:
+221 70 123 45 67 - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+221followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
221, then the local number.
| From | Dial |
|---|---|
| US/Canada | 011 221 [local number] |
| United Kingdom | 00 221 [local number] |
| Australia | 0011 221 [local number] |
| Your browser (DialHard) | +221 [local number] |
Do I need to drop the leading zero?
Senegal numbers don't typically have a trunk prefix to remove. Dial the number as-is after the country code.
What time zone is Senegal?
Africa/Abidjan
Good time to call
04:04 PM local time · Weekend daytime
Good for personal calls.
How much does it cost to call Senegal?
International calls to Senegal vary dramatically by provider. Major US carriers charge $3.00/min or more, while VoIP services like DialHard start at $1.00/min.
| Provider | Rate/min | vs DialHard |
|---|---|---|
| AT&T | $3.00 | 67% more |
| Verizon | $2.99 | 67% more |
| T-Mobile | $3.00 | 67% more |
| DialHard | $1.00 | Save ~67% |
Carrier rates are based on published international calling rates without plan add-ons. Your actual rate may vary.
Calling Senegal
Direct calling to Senegal isn't available yet. View available destinations.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the code +221 from?
+221 is the international dialing code for Senegal.
Is +221 a mobile or landline code?
+221 is the country code for all of Senegal — 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 +221 a scam?
Not necessarily. +221 is the legitimate country code for Senegal. However, scammers can spoof any country code. If you don't recognize the number or weren't expecting a call from Senegal, don't call back — especially if they only rang once.
Why won't my call to Senegal connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +221 (not 00221 or just 221)
- 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 Senegal phone number look like?
A Senegal number in international format starts with
+221 followed by the local number.
Example: +221 701234567
How do I save a Senegal number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +221 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.
How do I block calls from +221?
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.