How to Call Ethiopia from China
Calling Ethiopia from China: 00 251 [local number].
Ethiopia Country Code: +251
Quick answer
To call Ethiopia from China, dial 00, then 251, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 00 251 91 123 4567.
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Dialing format
00 251 91 123 4567
Exit code • Country code • Local number
Exit code
00
China's international dialing prefix
Country code
+251
Ethiopia's international calling code
Local number
91 123 4567
Enter the local number without the country code
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+251 91 123 4567
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Whether you’re calling family, friends, or business contacts, knowing how to call Ethiopia 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 Ethiopia - whether you’re calling Addis Ababa or anywhere else.
Step-by-Step Dialing Guide
Follow these simple steps to make a call to Ethiopia from China
Dial the exit code for China
Start by dialing 00 (or use + on mobile). This is the international dialing prefix for China.
Add Ethiopia's country code
Dial the country code +251 for Ethiopia.
Enter the local phone number
Dial the local phone number in Ethiopia (typically 8-10 digits, without any leading zeros).
Complete dialing format
Full format: 00 251 [local number] - For example: 00 251 612 345 678
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Calling Ethiopia from China: Calling Code, Local Time & More
Calling Code
+251
Capital of Ethiopia
Addis Ababa
Region
Africa (Eastern Africa)
Currency of Ethiopia
Ethiopian birr (Br)
Ethiopia Time Zones
UTC+03:00
Current time
Your time
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Ethiopia
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Ethiopia is --
Exit Code in China
00 (dial 00 (or + from mobile))
Route Dialing Pattern
00 251 91 123 4567
Best Calling Window (Origin Time)
N/A
City & Area Codes for Ethiopia
| City / Region | Area Code |
|---|---|
| Addis Ababa | 251-1 |
| East Region | 251-5 |
| MOBILE PHONES | 251-9 |
| North East Region | 251-3 |
| North Region | 251-4 |
| North West Region | 251-8 |
| South East Region | 251-2 |
| Southern Region | 251-6 |
| Western Region | 251-7 |
