What is Tanzania's country code?
The country code for Tanzania is +255.
Country codes are assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
How do I dial Tanzania?
- International format (recommended)
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+255 [local number]Example:
+255 621 234 567 - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+255followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
255, 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 Tanzania from abroad, drop the leading 0 from the local number.
For example, if the local number is 0XX XXX XXXX, dial +255 XX XXX XXXX.
What time zone is Tanzania?
Africa/Nairobi
Good time to call
04:05 PM local time · Weekend daytime
Good for personal calls.
How much does it cost to call Tanzania?
International calls to Tanzania vary dramatically by provider. Major US carriers charge $3.00/min or more, while VoIP services like DialHard start at $0.63/min.
| Provider | Rate/min | vs DialHard |
|---|---|---|
| AT&T | $3.00 | 79% more |
| Verizon | $2.99 | 79% more |
| T-Mobile | $3.00 | 79% more |
| DialHard | $0.63 | Save ~79% |
Carrier rates are based on published international calling rates without plan add-ons. Your actual rate may vary.
Calling Tanzania
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Frequently asked questions
Is +255 a mobile or landline code?
+255 is the country code for all of Tanzania—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 Tanzania connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +255 (not 00255 or 255)
- 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 Tanzania number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +255 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.