How to Call Nigeria
Calling Nigeria: [exit code] 234 [local number].
Nigeria Country Code: +234
Quick answer
To call Nigeria, dial your international exit code, then 234, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: +234 802 123 4567. Calls cost from ~$0.47 per minute with CallTuv.
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Dialing format
+ 234 802 123 4567
Exit code • Country code • Local number
Exit code
+
Use your country exit code, or + on mobile
Country code
+234
Nigeria's international calling code
Local number
802 123 4567
Enter the local number without the country code
Browser format
+234 802 123 4567
Use this format inside CallTuv
Whether you’re calling family, friends, or business contacts, knowing how to call Nigeria 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 Nigeria - whether you’re calling Abuja or anywhere else.
Step-by-Step Dialing Guide
Follow these simple steps to make a call to Nigeria 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 Nigeria's country code
Dial the country code +234 for Nigeria.
Enter the local phone number
Dial the local phone number in Nigeria (typically 8-10 digits, without any leading zeros).
Complete dialing format
Full format: [exit code] 234 [local number] - For example: 00 234 612 345 678
HOW TO CALL
International Dialing Format
CallTuv Format
No apps needed • Works in browser
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Calling Code
+234
Cost to Call Nigeria
~$0.47/min
Capital of Nigeria
Abuja
Region
Africa (Western Africa)
Currency of Nigeria
Nigerian naira (₦)
Nigeria Time Zones
UTC+01:00
Current time
Your time
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City & Area Codes for Nigeria
| City / Region | Area Code |
|---|---|
| Aba | 234-82 |
| Abakaliki | 234-43 |
| Abeokuta | 234-39 |
| Abuja | 234-9 |
| Ado Ekiti | 234-30 |
| Agbor | 234-55 |
| Ahoada | 234-86 |
| Akure | 234-34 |
| Asaba | 234-56 |
| Auchi | 234-57 |
| Awka | 234-48 |
| Azare | 234-71 |
| Badagry | 234-1 |
| Bauchi | 234-77 |
| Benin | 234-52 |
| Birnin-Kebbi | 234-68 |
| Calabar | 234-87 |
| Damaturu | 234-74 |
| Edo | 234-52 |
| Enugu | 234-42 |
Show all 61 Nigeria area codes
| Gombe | 234-72 |
| Gusau | 234-63 |
| Hadejia | 234-78 |
| Ibadan | 234-2 |
| Ijebu Ode | 234-37 |
| Ikare | 234-50 |
| Ile Ife | 234-36 |
| Ilorin | 234-31 |
| Jalingo | 234-79 |
| Jos | 234-73 |
| Kaduna | 234-62 |
| Kafanchau | 234-61 |
| Kano | 234-64 |
| Katsina | 234-65 |
| Kontagora | 234-67 |
| Lafia | 234-47 |
| Lagos | 234-1 |
| Lokoja | 234-58 |
| Maiduguri | 234-76 |
| Makurdi | 234-44 |
| Minna | 234-66 |
| New Bussa | 234-33 |
| Niger Sate | 234-66 |
| Ogoja | 234-45 |
| Okitipupa | 234-59 |
| Onitsha | 234-46 |
| Oshogbo | 234-35 |
| Owerri | 234-83 |
| Owo | 234-51 |
| Oyo | 234-38 |
| Pank Shin | 234-70 |
| Port Harcourt | 234-84 |
| Sapele | 234-54 |
| Sokobo | 234-60 |
| Umuahia | 234-88 |
| Uyo | 234-85 |
| Warri | 234-53 |
| Wukari | 234-41 |
| Yenegoa | 234-89 |
| Yola | 234-75 |
| Zaria | 234-69 |
International Calling to Nigeria: FAQs
How do I call Nigeria from abroad?
To call Nigeria, dial your country's exit code, followed by the country code +234, and then the local phone number.
What is the country calling code for Nigeria?
The country calling code for Nigeria is +234. To call Nigeria from abroad, dial +234 followed by the local phone number.
How do I make cheap calls to Nigeria?
To make affordable calls to Nigeria from abroad, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +234 followed by the local number. No app download required, and calls start at ~$0.47 per minute.
How much does it cost to call Nigeria?
Calls to Nigeria cost ~$0.47 per minute with CallTuv, billed per minute with no subscription.View rates for Nigeria →
Can I use + instead of the exit code when calling Nigeria?
Yes. On mobile phones and in CallTuv, you can usually use +234. The plus sign replaces your country's international exit code.
Should I remove leading zeros from Nigeria phone numbers?
In most international dialing formats, remove the trunk prefix or leading zero before the local Nigeria number, then dial +234. If the dialer shows a formatting warning, follow the corrected format before calling.
