How do I call Nigeria from Canada?

To call Nigeria from Canada, dial the exit code 011, followed by the country code +234, then the phone number. For example, to call the number 802 123 4567, you would dial: 011 234 802 123 4567.

What is the country calling code for Nigeria when calling from Canada?

The country calling code for Nigeria is +234. To call Nigeria from Canada, dial +234 followed by the local phone number.

What timezone is Nigeria in?

Nigeria is in the UTC+01:00 timezone.

What currency is used in Nigeria?

The official currency of Nigeria is the Nigerian naira (₦). This is the primary currency used for all transactions in the country.

What is the capital city of Nigeria?

The capital city of Nigeria is Abuja. It serves as the political and administrative center of the country.

How do I make cheap calls to Nigeria when calling from Canada?

To make affordable calls to Nigeria from Canada, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +234 followed by the local number. No app download required, and our rates are significantly cheaper than traditional phone carriers.

How much does it cost to call Nigeria when calling from Canada?

CallTuv offers competitive rates for calls to Nigeria from Canada. Rates vary depending on whether you're calling a mobile or landline number. Check our rates page for the most up-to-date pricing.

What is the best time to call Nigeria from Canada?

The capital-to-capital time gap is 9h destination ahead. A practical window in Canada is 00:00-09:00 local time, which maps to standard business hours in Nigeria.

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How to Call Nigeria from Canada

Calling Nigeria from Canada: 011 234 [local number].

Nigeria Country Code: +234

ISO: NG

NGA

Quick answer

To call Nigeria from Canada, dial 011, then 234, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 011 234 802 123 4567.

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Dialing format

011 234 802 123 4567

Exit code • Country code • Local number

Whether you’re calling family, friends, or business contacts, knowing how to call Nigeria correctly helps your conversation start smoothly. This guide covers the essential dialing steps, including country and area codes that are easy to miss. By the end, you’ll be ready to connect confidently with anyone in Nigeria - whether you’re calling Abuja or anywhere else.

Step-by-Step Dialing Guide

Follow these simple steps to make a call to Nigeria from Canada

International Guide

Dial the exit code for Canada

Start by dialing 011 (or use + on mobile). This is the international dialing prefix for Canada.

Add Nigeria's country code

Dial the country code +234 for Nigeria.

Enter the local phone number

Dial the local phone number in Nigeria (typically 8-10 digits, without any leading zeros).

Complete dialing format

Full format: 011 234 [local number] - For example: 011 234 612 345 678

HOW TO CALL

International Dialing Format

011234802 123 4567

Exit Code•Country Code•Phone Number

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+234802 123 4567

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Calling Nigeria from Canada: Calling Code, Local Time & More

Calling Code

+234

Capital of Nigeria

Abuja

Region

Africa (Western Africa)

Currency of Nigeria

Nigerian naira (₦)

Nigeria Time Zones

UTC+01:00

Current time

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Nigeria at a Glance

Nigeria, located in Western Africa, is a nation with a rich identity. Its capital city, Abuja, serves as the administrative center for a population of approximately 224M.

The official currency is the Nigerian naira (₦). When calling Nigeria, the country code is +234. The country observes the UTC+01:00 time zone(s), and the primary language(s) spoken include English.

Destination Calling Profile: Nigeria

Population

224M

Population Rank

#5 of 230

Language Footprint

English

Time Zone Footprint

UTC+01:00

City/Area Code Coverage

61 locations listed

Dial Code Status

Exclusive code in dataset

Nigeria currently has a 10-digit local number pattern in this guide, with country code +234.

Route Profile: Canada to Nigeria

Exit Code in Canada

011 (dial 011 (or + from mobile))

Canada Country Code

Route Dialing Pattern

011 234 802 123 4567

Capital Time Difference

9h destination ahead

Best Calling Window (Origin Time)

00:00-09:00

Currency Pair

Canadian dollar ($) -> Nigerian naira (₦)

Primary languages: Canada (English, French) and Nigeria (English).

Shared language overlap: English. Primary timezones: Canada (UTC-08:00, UTC-07:00, UTC-06:00, UTC-05:00, UTC-04:00, UTC-03:30) and Nigeria (UTC+01:00).

Detailed route planning

Route planning details: Canada to Nigeria

Use this route profile to plan a real call from Canada to Nigeria, including the exit code, destination country code, time difference, and local context.

From

Canada

Nigeria

Canada exit code: 011Nigeria calling code: +234Time difference: 9h destination ahead

For dialing this route, callers in Canada usually start with 011 or the plus sign, then dial +234 before the local Nigeria number.

Canada's primary timezone in this dataset is UTC-08:00, while Nigeria's is UTC+01:00. A practical origin-time calling window is 00:00-09:00.

Dialing from Canada

Canada callers are represented by CA/CAN, with Ottawa as a capital reference point, North America, 42M people, Canadian dollar ($), and primary language context of English, French.

Origin exit prefix: 011 or + from mobile. Origin country code: +1. Origin time zones: UTC-08:00, UTC-07:00, UTC-06:00, UTC-05:00 +2 more.

Nigeria dialing details

Nigeria is represented here by NG/NGA, Abuja, Western Africa, about 224M people, Nigerian naira (₦), and primary language context of English.

Destination calling code: +234. Destination time zones: UTC+01:00. Rate check: check live price before dialing.

Canada to Nigeria call planning

This route combines Canada's outbound dialing rules with Nigeria's destination numbering and local schedule. The primary timezone relationship is 9h destination ahead, and the recommended origin-time window is 00:00-09:00.

Dialing sequence: 011 234 local number. Business-hour window: 00:00-09:00. Time relationship: 9h destination ahead.

Destination market: Nigeria is in Western Africa, with Abuja as a main administrative center. Calls from Canada may reach family, companies, banks, hotels, clinics, or public offices across a market of about 224M. Primary language context: English. Local billing and everyday prices use Nigerian naira (₦).

Route context: Canada is listed in North America with a population of about 42M; Nigeria is listed in Western Africa with about 224M. The route has shared language overlap in English. Currency context also changes across the route: Canadian dollar ($) in Canada and Nigerian naira (₦) in Nigeria.

From Canada, the conventional international prefix is 011; mobile callers can usually use +, then +234, then the Nigeria local number.Ottawa to Abuja has a 9h destination ahead time relationship, so check the destination workday before placing business or support calls.Canada and Nigeria share English, which can make customer-support or family calls easier to coordinate.For Nigeria, check whether you are calling a landline or mobile number because those prices can differ; current context: check live price before dialing.

City & Area Codes for Nigeria

61 Locations

City / Region	Area Code	Full Dialing Pattern
Aba	234-82	+234-82 [local number]
Abakaliki	234-43	+234-43 [local number]
Abeokuta	234-39	+234-39 [local number]
Abuja	234-9	+234-9 [local number]
Ado Ekiti	234-30	+234-30 [local number]
Agbor	234-55	+234-55 [local number]
Ahoada	234-86	+234-86 [local number]
Akure	234-34	+234-34 [local number]
Asaba	234-56	+234-56 [local number]
Auchi	234-57	+234-57 [local number]
Awka	234-48	+234-48 [local number]
Azare	234-71	+234-71 [local number]
Badagry	234-1	+234-1 [local number]
Bauchi	234-77	+234-77 [local number]
Benin	234-52	+234-52 [local number]
Birnin-Kebbi	234-68	+234-68 [local number]
Calabar	234-87	+234-87 [local number]
Damaturu	234-74	+234-74 [local number]
Edo	234-52	+234-52 [local number]
Enugu	234-42	+234-42 [local number]
Gombe	234-72	+234-72 [local number]
Gusau	234-63	+234-63 [local number]
Hadejia	234-78	+234-78 [local number]
Ibadan	234-2	+234-2 [local number]
Ijebu Ode	234-37	+234-37 [local number]
Ikare	234-50	+234-50 [local number]
Ile Ife	234-36	+234-36 [local number]
Ilorin	234-31	+234-31 [local number]
Jalingo	234-79	+234-79 [local number]
Jos	234-73	+234-73 [local number]
Kaduna	234-62	+234-62 [local number]
Kafanchau	234-61	+234-61 [local number]
Kano	234-64	+234-64 [local number]
Katsina	234-65	+234-65 [local number]
Kontagora	234-67	+234-67 [local number]
Lafia	234-47	+234-47 [local number]
Lagos	234-1	+234-1 [local number]
Lokoja	234-58	+234-58 [local number]
Maiduguri	234-76	+234-76 [local number]
Makurdi	234-44	+234-44 [local number]
Minna	234-66	+234-66 [local number]
New Bussa	234-33	+234-33 [local number]
Niger Sate	234-66	+234-66 [local number]
Ogoja	234-45	+234-45 [local number]
Okitipupa	234-59	+234-59 [local number]
Onitsha	234-46	+234-46 [local number]
Oshogbo	234-35	+234-35 [local number]
Owerri	234-83	+234-83 [local number]
Owo	234-51	+234-51 [local number]
Oyo	234-38	+234-38 [local number]
Pank Shin	234-70	+234-70 [local number]
Port Harcourt	234-84	+234-84 [local number]
Sapele	234-54	+234-54 [local number]
Sokobo	234-60	+234-60 [local number]
Umuahia	234-88	+234-88 [local number]
Uyo	234-85	+234-85 [local number]
Warri	234-53	+234-53 [local number]
Wukari	234-41	+234-41 [local number]
Yenegoa	234-89	+234-89 [local number]
Yola	234-75	+234-75 [local number]
Zaria	234-69	+234-69 [local number]

Area codes are typically followed by the subscriber number.