How to Call Tanzania
Calling Tanzania: [exit code] 255 [local number].
Tanzania Country Code: +255
Quick answer
To call Tanzania, dial your international exit code, then 255, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: +255 621 234 567. Calls cost from ~$1.20 per minute with CallTuv.
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Dialing format
+ 255 621 234 567
Exit code • Country code • Local number
Exit code
+
Use your country exit code, or + on mobile
Country code
+255
Tanzania's international calling code
Local number
621 234 567
Enter the local number without the country code
Browser format
+255 621 234 567
Use this format inside CallTuv
Whether you’re calling family, friends, or business contacts, knowing how to call Tanzania 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 Tanzania - whether you’re calling Dodoma or anywhere else.
Step-by-Step Dialing Guide
Follow these simple steps to make a call to Tanzania 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 Tanzania's country code
Dial the country code +255 for Tanzania.
Enter the local phone number
Dial the local phone number in Tanzania (typically 8-10 digits, without any leading zeros).
Complete dialing format
Full format: [exit code] 255 [local number] - For example: 00 255 612 345 678
HOW TO CALL
International Dialing Format
CallTuv Format
No apps needed • Works in browser
See rates for Tanzania →Calling Tanzania: Calling Code, Local Time & More
Calling Code
+255
Cost to Call Tanzania
~$1.20/min landline, ~$1.15/min mobile
Capital of Tanzania
Dodoma
Region
Africa (Eastern Africa)
Currency of Tanzania
Tanzanian shilling (Sh)
Tanzania Time Zones
UTC+03:00
Current time
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City & Area Codes for Tanzania
| City / Region | Area Code |
|---|---|
| Arusha | 255-27 |
| Dar Es Salaam | 255-22 |
| Dodoma | 255-26 |
| Iringa | 255-26 |
| Kagera | 255-28 |
| Kigoma | 255-28 |
| Kilimanjao | 255-27 |
| Lindi | 255-23 |
| Mara | 255-28 |
| Mbeya | 255-25 |
| Morogoro | 255-223 |
| Mtara | 255-23 |
| Mwanza | 255-28 |
| Pemba | 255-24 |
| Pwani | 255-23 |
| Rukwa | 255-25 |
| Ruvuma | 255-25 |
| Shinyanga | 255-28 |
| Singida | 255-26 |
| Tabora | 255-26 |
Show all 22 Tanzania area codes
| Tanga | 255-27 |
| Zanzibar | 255-24 |
International Calling to Tanzania: FAQs
How do I call Tanzania from abroad?
To call Tanzania, dial your country's exit code, followed by the country code +255, and then the local phone number.
What is the country calling code for Tanzania?
The country calling code for Tanzania is +255. To call Tanzania from abroad, dial +255 followed by the local phone number.
How do I make cheap calls to Tanzania?
To make affordable calls to Tanzania from abroad, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +255 followed by the local number. No app download required, and calls start at ~$1.20 per minute.
How much does it cost to call Tanzania?
Calls to Tanzania cost ~$1.20 per minute to landlines and ~$1.15 per minute to mobiles with CallTuv, billed per minute with no subscription.View rates for Tanzania →
Can I use + instead of the exit code when calling Tanzania?
Yes. On mobile phones and in CallTuv, you can usually use +255. The plus sign replaces your country's international exit code.
Should I remove leading zeros from Tanzania phone numbers?
In most international dialing formats, remove the trunk prefix or leading zero before the local Tanzania number, then dial +255. If the dialer shows a formatting warning, follow the corrected format before calling.
