How to call Zambia using the international calling code +260 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 +260
Dial +260 when calling from outside Zambia.
Add the local phone number
Enter the local number without the leading zero.
Mobile example
+260 XXX XXX XXX
Dial the country code, then the full mobile number.
Landline example
+260 XX XXXX XXXX
Include the area code if applicable. Omit any leading 0.
The calling code for Zambia is +260. To call, start with your international access code, then dial +260 followed by the local number.
In Zambia, the main languages spoken are English.
Zambia uses the following time zone: Africa/Maputo. Make sure to check local time before placing your call.
No app download is necessary. You can call numbers in Zambia directly from your browser using DialBridge. Just enter the Zambia phone number (+260) to get started.
A typical mobile number format is: +260 123 456 789. Remember to omit any leading zero from the local number.
Best times to call are typically 9 AM – 5 PM local time in Zambia. Avoid early morning (before 8 AM) or late evening (after 9 PM).