What is the country code for Nigeria?

The country code (dialing code) for Nigeria is +234.

How do I call Nigeria from abroad?

To call Nigeria from abroad: dial your exit code (e.g., 011 from the US or 00 from most other countries), then the country code +234, then the area/city code (without the trunk prefix "0"), then the local number. Example: +234 801 234 5678.

What is the mobile number format in Nigeria?

Mobile numbers in Nigeria typically start with 70,80,81,90,91. International format example: +234 801 234 5678. The general format is +234 XXX XXX XXXX.

How to Call Nigeria — Dialing Code +234

How to Dial Nigeria from Abroad

1

Dial your exit code

From the US/Canada: 011 • From most other countries: 00 • From a mobile: +
2

Dial the country code for Nigeria

Country code: +234
3

Dial the area code + local number

Drop the trunk prefix "0" when dialing from abroad.

Example: To call a mobile number in Nigeria from the US, dial:

+234 801 234 5678

Nigeria Number Formats

Mobile

+234 801 234 5678

Mobile prefixes: 70,80,81,90,91

Landline

+234 1 234 5678

Landline prefixes: 1,9

Quick Reference

Country	🇳🇬 Nigeria
Country Code	+234
ISO Code	NG
Continent	Africa
Timezone	WAT (UTC+1)
International Format	+234 XXX XXX XXXX
Trunk Prefix	0
Mobile Prefixes	70,80,81,90,91
Landline Prefixes	1,9