How to Call Lesotho from Mauritius
Calling Lesotho from Mauritius: 00 266 [local number].
Lesotho Country Code: +266
Quick answer
To call Lesotho from Mauritius, dial 00, then 266, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 00 266 5012 3456.
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Dialing format
00 266 5012 3456
Exit code • Country code • Local number
Whether you’re calling family, friends, or business contacts, knowing how to call Lesotho 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 Lesotho - whether you’re calling Maseru or anywhere else.
Step-by-Step Dialing Guide
Follow these simple steps to make a call to Lesotho from Mauritius
Dial the exit code for Mauritius
Start by dialing 00 (or use + on mobile). This is the international dialing prefix for Mauritius.
Add Lesotho's country code
Dial the country code +266 for Lesotho.
Enter the local phone number
Dial the local phone number in Lesotho (typically 8-10 digits, without any leading zeros).
Complete dialing format
Full format: 00 266 [local number] - For example: 00 266 612 345 678
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Calling Lesotho from Mauritius: Calling Code, Local Time & More
Calling Code
+266
Capital of Lesotho
Maseru
Region
Africa (Southern Africa)
Currency of Lesotho
Lesotho loti (L)
Lesotho Time Zones
UTC+02:00
Current time
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Lesotho at a Glance
Lesotho, located in Southern Africa, is a nation with a rich identity. Its capital city, Maseru, serves as the administrative center for a population of approximately 2.1M.
The official currency is the Lesotho loti (L). When calling Lesotho, the country code is +266. The country observes the UTC+02:00 time zone(s), and the primary language(s) spoken include English, Sotho.
Destination Calling Profile: Lesotho
Population
2.1M
Population Rank
#143 of 230
Language Footprint
English, Sotho
Time Zone Footprint
UTC+02:00
City/Area Code Coverage
No city-level entries yet
Dial Code Status
Exclusive code in dataset
Lesotho currently has a 8-digit local number pattern in this guide, with country code +266.
Route Profile: Mauritius to Lesotho
Exit Code in Mauritius
00 (dial 00 (or + from mobile))
Mauritius Country Code
+230
Route Dialing Pattern
00 266 5012 3456
Capital Time Difference
2h destination behind
Best Calling Window (Origin Time)
11:00-20:00
Currency Pair
Mauritian rupee (₨) -> Lesotho loti (L)
Primary languages: Mauritius (English, French, Mauritian Creole) and Lesotho (English, Sotho).
Shared language overlap: English. Primary timezones: Mauritius (UTC+04:00) and Lesotho (UTC+02:00).
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