What is the country code for Tanzania?

The country code (dialing code) for Tanzania is +255.

How do I call Tanzania from abroad?

To call Tanzania from abroad: dial your exit code (e.g., 011 from the US or 00 from most other countries), then the country code +255, then the area/city code (without the trunk prefix "0"), then the local number. Example: +255 712 345 678.

What is the mobile number format in Tanzania?

Mobile numbers in Tanzania typically start with 6–7. International format example: +255 712 345 678. The general format is +255 XXX XXX XXX.

How to Call Tanzania — Dialing Code +255

How to Dial Tanzania 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 Tanzania

Country code: +255
3

Dial the area code + local number

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

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

+255 712 345 678

Tanzania Number Formats

Mobile

+255 712 345 678

Mobile prefixes: 6–7

Landline

+255 22 123 4567

Landline prefixes: 22

Quick Reference

Country	🇹🇿 Tanzania
Country Code	+255
ISO Code	TZ
Continent	Africa
Timezone	EAT (UTC+3)
International Format	+255 XXX XXX XXX
Trunk Prefix	0
Mobile Prefixes	6–7
Landline Prefixes	22