How to Call Djibouti
Calling Djibouti: [exit code] 253 [local number].
Djibouti Country Code: +253
Quick answer
To call Djibouti, dial your international exit code, then 253, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: +253 77 83 10 01. Calls cost from ~$1.53 per minute with CallTuv.
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Dialing format
+ 253 77 83 10 01
Exit code • Country code • Local number
Exit code
+
Use your country exit code, or + on mobile
Country code
+253
Djibouti's international calling code
Local number
77 83 10 01
Enter the local number without the country code
Browser format
+253 77 83 10 01
Use this format inside CallTuv
Whether you’re calling family, friends, or business contacts, knowing how to call Djibouti 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 Djibouti - whether you’re calling Djibouti or anywhere else.
Step-by-Step Dialing Guide
Follow these simple steps to make a call to Djibouti from anywhere in the world
Dial your country's exit code
Start with your country's international dialing prefix (often 00 or 011, or use + on mobile).
Add Djibouti's country code
Dial the country code +253 for Djibouti.
Enter the local phone number
Dial the local phone number in Djibouti (typically 8-10 digits, without any leading zeros).
Complete dialing format
Full format: [exit code] 253 [local number] - For example: 00 253 612 345 678
HOW TO CALL
International Dialing Format
CallTuv Format
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Calling Code
+253
Cost to Call Djibouti
~$1.53/min
Capital of Djibouti
Djibouti
Region
Africa (Eastern Africa)
Currency of Djibouti
Djiboutian franc (Fr)
Djibouti Time Zones
UTC+03:00
Current time
Your time
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International Calling to Djibouti: FAQs
How do I call Djibouti from abroad?
To call Djibouti, dial your country's exit code, followed by the country code +253, and then the local phone number.
What is the country calling code for Djibouti?
The country calling code for Djibouti is +253. To call Djibouti from abroad, dial +253 followed by the local phone number.
How do I make cheap calls to Djibouti?
To make affordable calls to Djibouti from abroad, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +253 followed by the local number. No app download required, and calls start at ~$1.53 per minute.
How much does it cost to call Djibouti?
Calls to Djibouti cost ~$1.53 per minute with CallTuv, billed per minute with no subscription.View rates for Djibouti →
Can I use + instead of the exit code when calling Djibouti?
Yes. On mobile phones and in CallTuv, you can usually use +253. The plus sign replaces your country's international exit code.
Should I remove leading zeros from Djibouti phone numbers?
In most international dialing formats, remove the trunk prefix or leading zero before the local Djibouti number, then dial +253. If the dialer shows a formatting warning, follow the corrected format before calling.
