How do I call Tanzania from Nigeria?

To call Tanzania from Nigeria, dial the exit code 009, followed by the country code +255, then the phone number. For example, to call the number 621 234 567, you would dial: 009 255 621 234 567.

What is the country calling code for Tanzania when calling from Nigeria?

The country calling code for Tanzania is +255. To call Tanzania from Nigeria, dial +255 followed by the local phone number.

What timezone is Tanzania in?

Tanzania is in the UTC+03:00 timezone.

What currency is used in Tanzania?

The official currency of Tanzania is the Tanzanian shilling (Sh). This is the primary currency used for all transactions in the country.

What is the capital city of Tanzania?

The capital city of Tanzania is Dodoma. It serves as the political and administrative center of the country.

How do I make cheap calls to Tanzania when calling from Nigeria?

To make affordable calls to Tanzania from Nigeria, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +255 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 Tanzania when calling from Nigeria?

CallTuv offers competitive rates for calls to Tanzania from Nigeria. 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 Tanzania from Nigeria?

The capital-to-capital time gap is 2h destination ahead. A practical window in Nigeria is 07:00-16:00 local time, which maps to standard business hours in Tanzania.

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How to Call Tanzania from Nigeria

Calling Tanzania from Nigeria: 009 255 [local number].

Tanzania Country Code: +255

ISO: TZ

TZA

Quick answer

To call Tanzania from Nigeria, dial 009, then 255, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 009 255 621 234 567.

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Dialing format

009 255 621 234 567

Exit code • Country code • Local number

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

Step-by-Step Dialing Guide

Follow these simple steps to make a call to Tanzania from Nigeria

International Guide

Dial the exit code for Nigeria

Start by dialing 009 (or use + on mobile). This is the international dialing prefix for Nigeria.

Add Tanzania's country code

Dial the country code +255 for Tanzania.

Enter the local phone number

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

Complete dialing format

Full format: 009 255 [local number] - For example: 009 255 612 345 678

HOW TO CALL

International Dialing Format

009255621 234 567

Exit Code•Country Code•Phone Number

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+255621 234 567

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Calling Tanzania from Nigeria: Calling Code, Local Time & More

Calling Code

+255

Capital of Tanzania

Dodoma

Region

Africa (Eastern Africa)

Currency of Tanzania

Tanzanian shilling (Sh)

Tanzania Time Zones

UTC+03:00

Current time

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Tanzania at a Glance

Tanzania, located in Eastern Africa, is a nation with a rich identity. Its capital city, Dodoma, serves as the administrative center for a population of approximately 68M.

The official currency is the Tanzanian shilling (Sh). When calling Tanzania, the country code is +255. The country observes the UTC+03:00 time zone(s), and the primary language(s) spoken include English, Swahili.

Destination Calling Profile: Tanzania

Population

68M

Population Rank

#19 of 230

Language Footprint

English, Swahili

Time Zone Footprint

UTC+03:00

City/Area Code Coverage

22 locations listed

Dial Code Status

Exclusive code in dataset

Tanzania currently has a 9-digit local number pattern in this guide, with country code +255.

Route Profile: Nigeria to Tanzania

Exit Code in Nigeria

009 (dial 009 (or + from mobile))

Nigeria Country Code

+234

Route Dialing Pattern

009 255 621 234 567

Capital Time Difference

2h destination ahead

Best Calling Window (Origin Time)

07:00-16:00

Currency Pair

Nigerian naira (₦) -> Tanzanian shilling (Sh)

Primary languages: Nigeria (English) and Tanzania (English, Swahili).

Shared language overlap: English. Primary timezones: Nigeria (UTC+01:00) and Tanzania (UTC+03:00).

Detailed route planning

Route planning details: Nigeria to Tanzania

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

From

Nigeria

Tanzania

Nigeria exit code: 009Tanzania calling code: +255Time difference: 2h destination ahead

For dialing this route, callers in Nigeria usually start with 009 or the plus sign, then dial +255 before the local Tanzania number.

Nigeria's primary timezone in this dataset is UTC+01:00, while Tanzania's is UTC+03:00. A practical origin-time calling window is 07:00-16:00.

Dialing from Nigeria

Nigeria callers are represented by NG/NGA, with Abuja as a capital reference point, Western Africa, 224M people, Nigerian naira (₦), and primary language context of English.

Origin exit prefix: 009 or + from mobile. Origin country code: +234. Origin time zones: UTC+01:00.

Tanzania dialing details

Tanzania is represented here by TZ/TZA, Dodoma, Eastern Africa, about 68M people, Tanzanian shilling (Sh), and primary language context of English, Swahili.

Destination calling code: +255. Destination time zones: UTC+03:00. Rate check: check live price before dialing.

Nigeria to Tanzania call planning

This route combines Nigeria's outbound dialing rules with Tanzania's destination numbering and local schedule. The primary timezone relationship is 2h destination ahead, and the recommended origin-time window is 07:00-16:00.

Dialing sequence: 009 255 local number. Business-hour window: 07:00-16:00. Time relationship: 2h destination ahead.

Destination market: Tanzania is in Eastern Africa, with Dodoma as a main administrative center. Calls from Nigeria may reach family, companies, banks, hotels, clinics, or public offices across a market of about 68M. Primary language context: English, Swahili. Local billing and everyday prices use Tanzanian shilling (Sh).

Route context: Nigeria is listed in Western Africa with a population of about 224M; Tanzania is listed in Eastern Africa with about 68M. The route has shared language overlap in English. Currency context also changes across the route: Nigerian naira (₦) in Nigeria and Tanzanian shilling (Sh) in Tanzania.

From Nigeria, the conventional international prefix is 009; mobile callers can usually use +, then +255, then the Tanzania local number.Abuja to Dodoma has a 2h destination ahead time relationship, so check the destination workday before placing business or support calls.Nigeria and Tanzania share English, which can make customer-support or family calls easier to coordinate.For Tanzania, 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 Tanzania

22 Locations

City / Region	Area Code	Full Dialing Pattern
Arusha	255-27	+255-27 [local number]
Dar Es Salaam	255-22	+255-22 [local number]
Dodoma	255-26	+255-26 [local number]
Iringa	255-26	+255-26 [local number]
Kagera	255-28	+255-28 [local number]
Kigoma	255-28	+255-28 [local number]
Kilimanjao	255-27	+255-27 [local number]
Lindi	255-23	+255-23 [local number]
Mara	255-28	+255-28 [local number]
Mbeya	255-25	+255-25 [local number]
Morogoro	255-223	+255-223 [local number]
Mtara	255-23	+255-23 [local number]
Mwanza	255-28	+255-28 [local number]
Pemba	255-24	+255-24 [local number]
Pwani	255-23	+255-23 [local number]
Rukwa	255-25	+255-25 [local number]
Ruvuma	255-25	+255-25 [local number]
Shinyanga	255-28	+255-28 [local number]
Singida	255-26	+255-26 [local number]
Tabora	255-26	+255-26 [local number]
Tanga	255-27	+255-27 [local number]
Zanzibar	255-24	+255-24 [local number]

Area codes are typically followed by the subscriber number.