How do I call Botswana from Switzerland?

To call Botswana from Switzerland, dial the exit code 00, followed by the country code +267, then the phone number. For example, to call the number 71 123 456, you would dial: 00 267 71 123 456.

What is the country calling code for Botswana when calling from Switzerland?

The country calling code for Botswana is +267. To call Botswana from Switzerland, dial +267 followed by the local phone number.

What timezone is Botswana in?

Botswana is in the UTC+02:00 timezone.

What currency is used in Botswana?

The official currency of Botswana is the Botswana pula (P). This is the primary currency used for all transactions in the country.

What is the capital city of Botswana?

The capital city of Botswana is Gaborone. It serves as the political and administrative center of the country.

How do I make cheap calls to Botswana when calling from Switzerland?

To make affordable calls to Botswana from Switzerland, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +267 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 Botswana when calling from Switzerland?

CallTuv offers competitive rates for calls to Botswana from Switzerland. 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 Botswana from Switzerland?

The capital-to-capital time gap is 1h destination ahead. A practical window in Switzerland is 08:00-17:00 local time, which maps to standard business hours in Botswana.

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How to Call Botswana from Switzerland

Calling Botswana from Switzerland: 00 267 [local number].

Botswana Country Code: +267

ISO: BW

BWA

Quick answer

To call Botswana from Switzerland, dial 00, then 267, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 00 267 71 123 456.

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Dialing format

00 267 71 123 456

Exit code • Country code • Local number

Whether you’re calling family, friends, or business contacts, knowing how to call Botswana 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 Botswana - whether you’re calling Gaborone or anywhere else.

Step-by-Step Dialing Guide

Follow these simple steps to make a call to Botswana from Switzerland

International Guide

Dial the exit code for Switzerland

Start by dialing 00 (or use + on mobile). This is the international dialing prefix for Switzerland.

Add Botswana's country code

Dial the country code +267 for Botswana.

Enter the local phone number

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

Complete dialing format

Full format: 00 267 [local number] - For example: 00 267 612 345 678

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International Dialing Format

0026771 123 456

Exit Code•Country Code•Phone Number

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+26771 123 456

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Calling Botswana from Switzerland: Calling Code, Local Time & More

Calling Code

+267

Capital of Botswana

Gaborone

Region

Africa (Southern Africa)

Currency of Botswana

Botswana pula (P)

Botswana Time Zones

UTC+02:00

Current time

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Botswana at a Glance

Botswana, located in Southern Africa, is a nation with a rich identity. Its capital city, Gaborone, serves as the administrative center for a population of approximately 2.4M.

The official currency is the Botswana pula (P). When calling Botswana, the country code is +267. The country observes the UTC+02:00 time zone(s), and the primary language(s) spoken include English, Tswana.

Destination Calling Profile: Botswana

Population

2.4M

Population Rank

#141 of 230

Language Footprint

English, Tswana

Time Zone Footprint

UTC+02:00

City/Area Code Coverage

21 locations listed

Dial Code Status

Exclusive code in dataset

Botswana currently has a 8-digit local number pattern in this guide, with country code +267.

Route Profile: Switzerland to Botswana

Exit Code in Switzerland

00 (dial 00 (or + from mobile))

Switzerland Country Code

+41

Route Dialing Pattern

00 267 71 123 456

Capital Time Difference

1h destination ahead

Best Calling Window (Origin Time)

08:00-17:00

Currency Pair

Swiss franc (Fr.) -> Botswana pula (P)

Primary languages: Switzerland (French, Swiss German, Italian, Romansh) and Botswana (English, Tswana).

Shared language overlap: No direct overlap in primary language list. Primary timezones: Switzerland (UTC+01:00) and Botswana (UTC+02:00).

Detailed route planning

Route planning details: Switzerland to Botswana

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

From

Switzerland

Botswana

Switzerland exit code: 00Botswana calling code: +267Time difference: 1h destination ahead

For dialing this route, callers in Switzerland usually start with 00 or the plus sign, then dial +267 before the local Botswana number.

Switzerland's primary timezone in this dataset is UTC+01:00, while Botswana's is UTC+02:00. A practical origin-time calling window is 08:00-17:00.

Dialing from Switzerland

Switzerland callers are represented by CH/CHE, with Bern as a capital reference point, Western Europe, 9.1M people, Swiss franc (Fr.), and primary language context of French, Swiss German, Italian, Romansh.

Origin exit prefix: 00 or + from mobile. Origin country code: +41. Origin time zones: UTC+01:00.

Botswana dialing details

Botswana is represented here by BW/BWA, Gaborone, Southern Africa, about 2.4M people, Botswana pula (P), and primary language context of English, Tswana.

Destination calling code: +267. Destination time zones: UTC+02:00. Rate check: check live price before dialing.

Switzerland to Botswana call planning

This route combines Switzerland's outbound dialing rules with Botswana's destination numbering and local schedule. The primary timezone relationship is 1h destination ahead, and the recommended origin-time window is 08:00-17:00.

Dialing sequence: 00 267 local number. Business-hour window: 08:00-17:00. Time relationship: 1h destination ahead.

Destination market: Botswana is in Southern Africa, with Gaborone as a main administrative center. Calls from Switzerland may reach family, companies, banks, hotels, clinics, or public offices across a market of about 2.4M. Primary language context: English, Tswana. Local billing and everyday prices use Botswana pula (P).

Route context: Switzerland is listed in Western Europe with a population of about 9.1M; Botswana is listed in Southern Africa with about 2.4M. The main listed languages differ: Switzerland (French, Swiss German, Italian +1 more) and Botswana (English, Tswana). Currency context also changes across the route: Swiss franc (Fr.) in Switzerland and Botswana pula (P) in Botswana.

From Switzerland, the conventional international prefix is 00; mobile callers can usually use +, then +267, then the Botswana local number.Bern to Gaborone has a 1h destination ahead time relationship, so check the destination workday before placing business or support calls.Botswana language context: English, Tswana. Keep this in mind when calling businesses, hotels, banks, or local services.For Botswana, 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 Botswana

21 Locations

City / Region	Area Code	Full Dialing Pattern
Barolong/Ngwaketse	267-54	+267-54 [local number]
Francistown	267-24	+267-24 [local number]
Gaborone	267-31	+267-31 [local number]
Gaborone	267-35	+267-35 [local number]
Gaborone	267-36	+267-36 [local number]
Gantsi	267-65	+267-65 [local number]
Jwaneng	267-58	+267-58 [local number]
Kanye	267-340	+267-340 [local number]
Kasane	267-62	+267-62 [local number]
Letlhakane/Orapa	267-29	+267-29 [local number]
Lobatse	267-53	+267-53 [local number]
Mahalapye	267-47	+267-47 [local number]
Maun	267-68	+267-68 [local number]
Mobile Phones - Mascom	267-71	+267-71 [local number]
Mobile Phones - Orange	267-72	+267-72 [local number]
Mochudi	267-57	+267-57 [local number]
Molepolole	267-59	+267-59 [local number]
Palapye	267-49	+267-49 [local number]
Ramotswa	267-53	+267-53 [local number]
Selebi-Phikwe	267-26	+267-26 [local number]
Serowe	267-46	+267-46 [local number]

Area codes are typically followed by the subscriber number.