What does a Tunisia phone number look like?
- International format
+216 20123456- IDD format (caller ID)
00216 20123456- Mobile example
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20123456(local) →+216 20123456 - Landline example
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30010123(local) →+216 30010123
Received a call or message from +216?
A call or text from +216 (or 00216) originates from Tunisia.
If you don't know anyone in Tunisia, 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 +216 number unless you have an account in Tunisia.
- Spoofed numbers: The caller ID can be faked. A call showing +216 may not actually originate from Tunisia.
If you do know someone in Tunisia and want to call them back, see the dialing instructions below.
How to call Tunisia from abroad
- International format (recommended)
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+216 [local number]Example:
+216 20 123 456 - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+216followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
216, then the local number.
| From | Dial |
|---|---|
| US/Canada | 011 216 [local number] |
| United Kingdom | 00 216 [local number] |
| Australia | 0011 216 [local number] |
| Your browser (DialHard) | +216 [local number] |
Do I need to drop the leading zero?
Tunisia numbers don't typically have a trunk prefix to remove. Dial the number as-is after the country code.
What time zone is Tunisia?
Africa/Tunis
Good time to call
05:07 PM local time · Weekend daytime
Good for personal calls.
Calling Tunisia
Direct calling to Tunisia isn't available yet. View available destinations.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the code +216 from?
+216 is the international dialing code for Tunisia.
Is +216 a mobile or landline code?
+216 is the country code for all of Tunisia — 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 +216 a scam?
Not necessarily. +216 is the legitimate country code for Tunisia. However, scammers can spoof any country code. If you don't recognize the number or weren't expecting a call from Tunisia, don't call back — especially if they only rang once.
Why won't my call to Tunisia connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +216 (not 00216 or just 216)
- 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 Tunisia phone number look like?
A Tunisia number in international format starts with
+216 followed by the local number.
Example: +216 20123456
How do I save a Tunisia number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +216 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.
How do I block calls from +216?
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.