How do I call Uzbekistan from South Africa?

To call Uzbekistan from South Africa, dial the exit code 00, followed by the country code +998, then the phone number. For example, to call the number 91 234 56 78, you would dial: 00 998 91 234 56 78.

What is the country calling code for Uzbekistan when calling from South Africa?

The country calling code for Uzbekistan is +998. To call Uzbekistan from South Africa, dial +998 followed by the local phone number.

What timezone is Uzbekistan in?

Uzbekistan is in the UTC+05:00 timezone.

What currency is used in Uzbekistan?

The official currency of Uzbekistan is the Uzbekistani soʻm (so'm). This is the primary currency used for all transactions in the country.

What is the capital city of Uzbekistan?

The capital city of Uzbekistan is Tashkent. It serves as the political and administrative center of the country.

How do I make cheap calls to Uzbekistan when calling from South Africa?

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How much does it cost to call Uzbekistan when calling from South Africa?

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What is the best time to call Uzbekistan from South Africa?

The capital-to-capital time gap is 3h destination ahead. A practical window in South Africa is 06:00-15:00 local time, which maps to standard business hours in Uzbekistan.

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How to Call Uzbekistan from South Africa

Calling Uzbekistan from South Africa: 00 998 [local number].

Uzbekistan Country Code: +998

ISO: UZ

UZB

Quick answer

To call Uzbekistan from South Africa, dial 00, then 998, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 00 998 91 234 56 78.

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Dialing format

00 998 91 234 56 78

Exit code • Country code • Local number

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

Step-by-Step Dialing Guide

Follow these simple steps to make a call to Uzbekistan from South Africa

International Guide

Dial the exit code for South Africa

Start by dialing 00 (or use + on mobile). This is the international dialing prefix for South Africa.

Add Uzbekistan's country code

Dial the country code +998 for Uzbekistan.

Enter the local phone number

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

Complete dialing format

Full format: 00 998 [local number] - For example: 00 998 612 345 678

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International Dialing Format

0099891 234 56 78

Exit Code•Country Code•Phone Number

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Calling Uzbekistan from South Africa: Calling Code, Local Time & More

Calling Code

+998

Capital of Uzbekistan

Tashkent

Region

Asia (Central Asia)

Currency of Uzbekistan

Uzbekistani soʻm (so'm)

Uzbekistan Time Zones

UTC+05:00

Current time

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Uzbekistan at a Glance

Uzbekistan, located in Central Asia, is a nation with a rich identity. Its capital city, Tashkent, serves as the administrative center for a population of approximately 38M.

The official currency is the Uzbekistani soʻm (so'm). When calling Uzbekistan, the country code is +998. The country observes the UTC+05:00 time zone(s), and the primary language(s) spoken include Russian, Uzbek.

Destination Calling Profile: Uzbekistan

Population

38M

Population Rank

#36 of 230

Language Footprint

Russian, Uzbek

Time Zone Footprint

UTC+05:00

City/Area Code Coverage

11 locations listed

Dial Code Status

Exclusive code in dataset

Uzbekistan currently has a 9-digit local number pattern in this guide, with country code +998.

Route Profile: South Africa to Uzbekistan

Exit Code in South Africa

00 (dial 00 (or + from mobile))

South Africa Country Code

+27

Route Dialing Pattern

00 998 91 234 56 78

Capital Time Difference

3h destination ahead

Best Calling Window (Origin Time)

06:00-15:00

Currency Pair

South African rand (R) -> Uzbekistani soʻm (so'm)

Primary languages: South Africa (Afrikaans, English, Southern Ndebele, Northern Sotho, Southern Sotho, Swazi, Tswana, Tsonga, Venda, Xhosa, Zulu) and Uzbekistan (Russian, Uzbek).

Shared language overlap: No direct overlap in primary language list. Primary timezones: South Africa (UTC+02:00) and Uzbekistan (UTC+05:00).

Detailed route planning

Route planning details: South Africa to Uzbekistan

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

From

South Africa

Uzbekistan

South Africa exit code: 00Uzbekistan calling code: +998Time difference: 3h destination ahead

For dialing this route, callers in South Africa usually start with 00 or the plus sign, then dial +998 before the local Uzbekistan number.

South Africa's primary timezone in this dataset is UTC+02:00, while Uzbekistan's is UTC+05:00. A practical origin-time calling window is 06:00-15:00.

Dialing from South Africa

South Africa callers are represented by ZA/ZAF, with Pretoria as a capital reference point, Southern Africa, 63M people, South African rand (R), and primary language context of Afrikaans, English, Southern Ndebele, Northern Sotho, Southern Sotho +6 more.

Origin exit prefix: 00 or + from mobile. Origin country code: +27. Origin time zones: UTC+02:00.

Uzbekistan dialing details

Uzbekistan is represented here by UZ/UZB, Tashkent, Central Asia, about 38M people, Uzbekistani soʻm (so'm), and primary language context of Russian, Uzbek.

Destination calling code: +998. Destination time zones: UTC+05:00. Rate check: check live price before dialing.

South Africa to Uzbekistan call planning

This route combines South Africa's outbound dialing rules with Uzbekistan's destination numbering and local schedule. The primary timezone relationship is 3h destination ahead, and the recommended origin-time window is 06:00-15:00.

Dialing sequence: 00 998 local number. Business-hour window: 06:00-15:00. Time relationship: 3h destination ahead.

Destination market: Uzbekistan is in Central Asia, with Tashkent as a main administrative center. Calls from South Africa may reach family, companies, banks, hotels, clinics, or public offices across a market of about 38M. Primary language context: Russian, Uzbek. Local billing and everyday prices use Uzbekistani soʻm (so'm).

Route context: South Africa is listed in Southern Africa with a population of about 63M; Uzbekistan is listed in Central Asia with about 38M. The main listed languages differ: South Africa (Afrikaans, English, Southern Ndebele +8 more) and Uzbekistan (Russian, Uzbek). Currency context also changes across the route: South African rand (R) in South Africa and Uzbekistani soʻm (so'm) in Uzbekistan.

From South Africa, the conventional international prefix is 00; mobile callers can usually use +, then +998, then the Uzbekistan local number.Pretoria to Tashkent has a 3h destination ahead time relationship, so check the destination workday before placing business or support calls.Uzbekistan language context: Russian, Uzbek. Keep this in mind when calling businesses, hotels, banks, or local services.For Uzbekistan, 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 Uzbekistan

11 Locations

City / Region	Area Code	Full Dialing Pattern
Andijan	998-74	+998-74 [local number]
Bukara	998-65	+998-65 [local number]
Djizak	998-72	+998-72 [local number]
Ferghana	998-73	+998-73 [local number]
Karakalpakia	998-61	+998-61 [local number]
Kashkadaria	998-75	+998-75 [local number]
Khorezm	998-62	+998-62 [local number]
Samarkand	998-66	+998-66 [local number]
Surkhandaria	998-76	+998-76 [local number]
Syrdariya	998-67	+998-67 [local number]
Tashkent	998-71	+998-71 [local number]

Area codes are typically followed by the subscriber number.