What is Western Sahara's country code?
The country code for Western Sahara is +212.
Country codes are assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
How do I dial Western Sahara?
- International format (recommended)
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+212 [local number]Example:
+212 650-123456 - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+212followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
212, 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 Western Sahara from abroad, drop the leading 0 from the local number.
For example, if the local number is 0XX XXX XXXX, dial +212 XX XXX XXXX.
What time zone is Western Sahara?
Africa/El_Aaiun
Good time to call
02:06 PM local time · Weekend daytime
Good for personal calls.
How much does it cost to call Western Sahara?
International calls to Western Sahara vary dramatically by provider. Major US carriers charge $3.00/min or more, while VoIP services like DialHard start at $0.64/min.
| Provider | Rate/min | vs DialHard |
|---|---|---|
| AT&T | $3.00 | 79% more |
| Verizon | $2.99 | 79% more |
| T-Mobile | $3.00 | 79% more |
| DialHard | $0.64 | Save ~79% |
Carrier rates are based on published international calling rates without plan add-ons. Your actual rate may vary.
Calling Western Sahara
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Frequently asked questions
Is +212 a mobile or landline code?
+212 is the country code for all of Western Sahara—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 Western Sahara connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +212 (not 00212 or 212)
- 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 Western Sahara number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +212 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.