How to Call Uganda from United States
Calling Uganda from United States: 011 256 [local number].
Uganda Country Code: +256
Quick answer
To call Uganda from United States, dial 011, then 256, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 011 256 712 345678.
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Dialing format
011 256 712 345678
Exit code • Country code • Local number
Exit code
011
United States's international dialing prefix
Country code
+256
Uganda's international calling code
Local number
712 345678
Enter the local number without the country code
Browser format
+256 712 345678
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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 United States
Dial the exit code for United States
Start by dialing 011 (or use + on mobile). This is the international dialing prefix for United States.
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 Uganda from United States: Calling Code, Local Time & More
Calling Code
+256
Capital of Uganda
Kampala
Region
Africa (Eastern Africa)
Currency of Uganda
Ugandan shilling (Sh)
Uganda Time Zones
UTC+03:00
Current time
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Exit Code in United States
011 (dial 011 (or + from mobile))
Route Dialing Pattern
011 256 712 345678
Best Calling Window (Origin Time)
18:00-23:59 and 00:00-03:00
City & Area Codes for Uganda
| City / Region | Area Code |
|---|---|
| Entebbe | 256-42 |
| Jinja | 256-43 |
| Kampala | 256-41 |
| Kyambogo | 256-41 |
