How to call Nigeria using the international calling code +234 and area code.
Dial your exit code
Enter the international access code for your country (e.g. 011 in the US, 00 in Europe).
Enter the country code +234
Dial +234 when calling from outside Nigeria.
Add the local phone number
Enter the local number without the leading zero.
Mobile example
+234 XXX XXX XXX
Dial the country code, then the full mobile number.
Landline example
+234 XX XXXX XXXX
Include the area code if applicable. Omit any leading 0.
The calling code for Nigeria is +234. To call, start with your international access code, then dial +234 followed by the local number.
In Nigeria, the main languages spoken are English.
Nigeria uses the following time zone: Africa/Lagos. Make sure to check local time before placing your call.
No app download is necessary. You can call numbers in Nigeria directly from your browser using DialBridge. Just enter the Nigeria phone number (+234) to get started.
A typical mobile number format is: +234 123 456 789. Remember to omit any leading zero from the local number.
Best times to call are typically 9 AM – 5 PM local time in Nigeria. Avoid early morning (before 8 AM) or late evening (after 9 PM).