How to Call Uganda from Jamaica
Uganda Country Code: +256
Whether you’re calling family, friends, or business contacts, knowing how to call Uganda 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 Uganda - whether you’re calling Kampala or anywhere else.
Step-by-Step Dialing Guide
Follow these simple steps to make a call to Uganda from Jamaica
Dial the exit code for Jamaica
Start by dialing 011 (or use + on mobile). This is the international dialing prefix for Jamaica.
Add Uganda's country code
Dial the country code +256 for Uganda.
Enter the local phone number
Dial the local phone number in Uganda (typically 8-10 digits, without any leading zeros).
Complete dialing format
Full format: 011 256 [local number] - For example: 011 256 612 345 678
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Calling Code
+256
Capital of Uganda
Kampala
Region
Africa (Eastern Africa)
Currency of Uganda
Ugandan shilling (Sh)
Uganda Time Zones
UTC+03:00
Uganda at a Glance
Uganda, located in Eastern Africa, is a nation with a rich identity. Its capital city, Kampala, serves as the administrative center for a population of approximately 46M.
The official currency is the Ugandan shilling (Sh). When calling Uganda, the country code is +256. The country observes the UTC+03:00 time zone(s), and the primary language(s) spoken include English, Swahili.
City & Area Codes for Uganda
| City / Region | Area Code | Full Dialing Pattern |
|---|---|---|
| Entebbe | 256-42 | +256-42 [local number] |
| Jinja | 256-43 | +256-43 [local number] |
| Kampala | 256-41 | +256-41 [local number] |
| Kyambogo | 256-41 | +256-41 [local number] |