How do I call Botswana from abroad?

To call Botswana, dial your country's exit code, followed by the country code +267, and then the local phone number.

What is the country calling code for Botswana?

The country calling code for Botswana is +267. To call Botswana from abroad, dial +267 followed by the local phone number.

What timezone is Botswana in?

Botswana is in the UTC+02:00 timezone.

What currency is used in Botswana?

The official currency of Botswana is the Botswana pula (P). This is the primary currency used for all transactions in the country.

What is the capital city of Botswana?

The capital city of Botswana is Gaborone. It serves as the political and administrative center of the country.

How do I make cheap calls to Botswana?

To make affordable calls to Botswana from abroad, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +267 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 Botswana?

CallTuv offers competitive rates for calls to Botswana from abroad. Rates vary depending on whether you're calling a mobile or landline number. Check our rates page for the most up-to-date pricing.

Back to Directory

How to Call Botswana

Calling Botswana: [exit code] 267 [local number].

Botswana Country Code: +267

ISO: BW

BWA

Quick answer

To call Botswana, dial your international exit code, then 267, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 00 267 71 123 456.

Call online now See live rates

Plan before you dial with the international call cost calculator and the best time to call planner. Looking for a calling card alternative instead of the dialing instructions? Compare calling cards to Botswana.

Dialing format

00 267 71 123 456

Exit code • Country code • Local number

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

Step-by-Step Dialing Guide

Follow these simple steps to make a call to Botswana from anywhere in the world

International Guide

Dial your country's exit code

Start with your country's international dialing prefix (often 00 or 011, or use + on mobile).

Add Botswana's country code

Dial the country code +267 for Botswana.

Enter the local phone number

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

Complete dialing format

Full format: [exit code] 267 [local number] - For example: 00 267 612 345 678

HOW TO CALL

International Dialing Format

0026771 123 456

Exit Code•Country Code•Phone Number

CallTuv Format

+26771 123 456

Use this format to call directly from your browser

Call Botswana Online

No apps needed • Works in browser

See rates for Botswana →

Check rates

The cheapest way to call any country

Pick a destination country to see the live per-minute rates for landline and mobile numbers.

I'm calling

Pay Per Minute

Only pay for the minutes you actually talk - no hidden fees, subscriptions or contracts.

See Costs Upfront

Know exactly what each call will cost before you dial. No hidden fees, no surprises.

Credits Never Expire

Your calling credit stays in your account until you use it. No rush, no pressure.

Top Up Anytime

Add more credit whenever you need it. Start with as little as $5 and top up as you go.

Calling Botswana: Calling Code, Local Time & More

Calling Code

+267

Capital of Botswana

Gaborone

Region

Africa (Southern Africa)

Currency of Botswana

Botswana pula (P)

Botswana Time Zones

UTC+02:00

Current time

Your time

--:--

Botswana

--:--

Botswana is --

Botswana at a Glance

Botswana, located in Southern Africa, is a nation with a rich identity. Its capital city, Gaborone, serves as the administrative center for a population of approximately 2.4M.

The official currency is the Botswana pula (P). When calling Botswana, the country code is +267. The country observes the UTC+02:00 time zone(s), and the primary language(s) spoken include English, Tswana.

Destination Calling Profile: Botswana

Population

2.4M

Population Rank

#141 of 230

Language Footprint

English, Tswana

Time Zone Footprint

UTC+02:00

City/Area Code Coverage

21 locations listed

Dial Code Status

Exclusive code in dataset

Botswana currently has a 8-digit local number pattern in this guide, with country code +267.

Detailed route planning

Route planning details: Botswana

Use this route profile to plan a real international call to Botswana, including dialing format, timing, and destination context.

From

Your location

Botswana

Common exit code: 00 or +Botswana calling code: +267Time difference: N/A

For most international calls, start with your exit code or the plus sign, then dial +267 before the local Botswana number.

Use Botswana local business hours as the safest reference point before placing the call.

Botswana dialing details

Botswana is represented here by BW/BWA, Gaborone, Southern Africa, about 2.4M people, Botswana pula (P), and primary language context of English, Tswana.

Destination calling code: +267. Destination time zones: UTC+02:00. Rate check: check live price before dialing.

Botswana call planning

This destination-first route depends on the caller's local exit code plus +267. For business calls, use Botswana's local workday as the default timing reference.

Dialing sequence: exit code +267 local number. Business-hour window: Use destination business hours. Time relationship: N/A.

Destination market: Botswana is in Southern Africa, with Gaborone as a main administrative center. Calls may reach family, companies, banks, hotels, clinics, or public offices across a market of about 2.4M. Primary language context: English, Tswana. Local billing and everyday prices use Botswana pula (P).

Route context: This page is destination-first, so the most important planning variables are Botswana's country code, local timezone, destination language context, and whether the number is mobile or landline.

Use your local international prefix or +, then +267, then the Botswana local number.Botswana business-hour planning depends on the local destination timezone; the primary reference point here is Gaborone.Botswana language context: English, Tswana. Keep this in mind when calling businesses, hotels, banks, or local services.For Botswana, 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 Botswana

21 Locations

City / Region	Area Code	Full Dialing Pattern
Barolong/Ngwaketse	267-54	+267-54 [local number]
Francistown	267-24	+267-24 [local number]
Gaborone	267-31	+267-31 [local number]
Gaborone	267-35	+267-35 [local number]
Gaborone	267-36	+267-36 [local number]
Gantsi	267-65	+267-65 [local number]
Jwaneng	267-58	+267-58 [local number]
Kanye	267-340	+267-340 [local number]
Kasane	267-62	+267-62 [local number]
Letlhakane/Orapa	267-29	+267-29 [local number]
Lobatse	267-53	+267-53 [local number]
Mahalapye	267-47	+267-47 [local number]
Maun	267-68	+267-68 [local number]
Mobile Phones - Mascom	267-71	+267-71 [local number]
Mobile Phones - Orange	267-72	+267-72 [local number]
Mochudi	267-57	+267-57 [local number]
Molepolole	267-59	+267-59 [local number]
Palapye	267-49	+267-49 [local number]
Ramotswa	267-53	+267-53 [local number]
Selebi-Phikwe	267-26	+267-26 [local number]
Serowe	267-46	+267-46 [local number]

Area codes are typically followed by the subscriber number.