Benin Country Code: +229
The international calling code for Benin is +229. You need this code to dial any phone number in Benin from another country. This code is assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) under the E.164 standard. Below you will find everything you need to successfully place a call to Benin, including the correct number format, trunk prefix, and worked examples.
How to Call Benin from Abroad
Follow these steps to dial a phone number in Benin from any other country. The process is the same whether you are calling a landline or a mobile number.
- 1Dial the international access code or +
On a mobile phone, press and hold 0 to get the + symbol. From a landline, dial your country's exit code (00 from most of Europe, 011 from the US/Canada, 0011 from Australia). With Kinvo, simply type + in the dialer.
- 2Dial Benin's country code: 229
After the + or exit code, enter 229. This routes your call to Benin's telephone network.
- 3Dial the full local number
Benin does not use a trunk prefix, so dial the local number exactly as written after the country code. No digits need to be removed.
- 4Dial the remaining local number
Enter the area code (if applicable) and the subscriber number. The complete international number should look like this: +229 90 12 34 56
Benin Phone Number Format
Landline Numbers
Landline numbers in Benin typically include an area code that identifies the city or region, followed by the subscriber number.
Mobile Numbers
Mobile phone numbers in Benin typically begin with 9 (after the country code).
International Format Example
Dialing Example: Calling Benin
Benin does not use a trunk prefix, so the domestic and international formats are very similar. Simply add +229 before the local number:
Call Benin from Your Browser
With Kinvo, you can call landlines and mobiles in Benin directly from Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge. No app to install, no subscription. Just sign up, add pay-as-you-go credits (starting from $5), and dial +229 followed by the local number.
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Frequently Asked Questions: Benin Country Code
What is the country code for Benin?
The international dialing code for Benin is +229. This code must be dialed before the local phone number when calling Benin from any other country. The ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 code for Benin is BJ.
How do I call Benin from the United States?
From the US, dial 011 (the US exit code) followed by 229 (the Benin country code) and then the local number. Alternatively, dial +229 from a mobile phone. For example: +229 90 12 34 56.
Do I need to drop the 0 when calling Benin internationally?
Benin does not use a trunk prefix that needs to be removed. Simply add the country code +229 before the local number as-is.
What do Benin mobile numbers start with?
Mobile phone numbers in Benin typically start with 9 after the country code +229. When dialing from abroad, the full mobile number would begin with +229 9...
Can I call Benin from my browser?
Yes. Kinvo allows you to call any phone number in Benin directly from your web browser using WebRTC technology. No app download or installation is required. Simply create a free account, add credits (from $5), and dial +229 followed by the local number. Calls include HD voice quality and end-to-end encryption.
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