How to Call Benin from Ethiopia
Benin Country Code: +229
Whether you’re calling family, friends, or business contacts, knowing how to call Benin 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 Benin - whether you’re calling Porto-Novo or anywhere else.
Step-by-Step Dialing Guide
Follow these simple steps to make a call to Benin from Ethiopia
Dial the exit code for Ethiopia
Start by dialing 00 (or use + on mobile). This is the international dialing prefix for Ethiopia.
Add Benin's country code
Dial the country code +229 for Benin.
Enter the local phone number
Dial the local phone number in Benin (typically 8-10 digits, without any leading zeros).
Complete dialing format
Full format: 00 229 [local number] - For example: 00 229 612 345 678
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Calling Code
+229
Capital of Benin
Porto-Novo
Region
Africa (Western Africa)
Currency of Benin
West African CFA franc (Fr)
Benin Time Zones
UTC+01:00
Benin at a Glance
Benin, located in Western Africa, is a nation with a rich identity. Its capital city, Porto-Novo, serves as the administrative center for a population of approximately 13M.
The official currency is the West African CFA franc (Fr). When calling Benin, the country code is +229. The country observes the UTC+01:00 time zone(s), and the primary language(s) spoken include French.
City & Area Codes for Benin
| City / Region | Area Code | Full Dialing Pattern |
|---|---|---|
| Alibori | 229-23 | +229-23 [local number] |
| Atlantique | 229-21 | +229-21 [local number] |
| Collines | 229-22 | +229-22 [local number] |
| Ouémé | 229-20 | +229-20 [local number] |