Cameroon Country Code: +237
The international calling code for Cameroon is +237. You need this code to dial any phone number in Cameroon 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 Cameroon, including the correct number format, trunk prefix, and worked examples.
How to Call Cameroon from Abroad
Follow these steps to dial a phone number in Cameroon 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 Cameroon's country code: 237
After the + or exit code, enter 237. This routes your call to Cameroon's telephone network.
- 3Dial the full local number
Cameroon 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: +237 6 71 23 45 67
Cameroon Phone Number Format
Landline Numbers
Landline numbers in Cameroon typically include an area code that identifies the city or region, followed by the subscriber number.
Mobile Numbers
Mobile phone numbers in Cameroon typically begin with 6 (after the country code).
International Format Example
Dialing Example: Calling Cameroon
Cameroon does not use a trunk prefix, so the domestic and international formats are very similar. Simply add +237 before the local number:
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With Kinvo, you can call landlines and mobiles in Cameroon 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 +237 followed by the local number.
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Frequently Asked Questions: Cameroon Country Code
What is the country code for Cameroon?
The international dialing code for Cameroon is +237. This code must be dialed before the local phone number when calling Cameroon from any other country. The ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 code for Cameroon is CM.
How do I call Cameroon from the United States?
From the US, dial 011 (the US exit code) followed by 237 (the Cameroon country code) and then the local number. Alternatively, dial +237 from a mobile phone. For example: +237 6 71 23 45 67.
Do I need to drop the 0 when calling Cameroon internationally?
Cameroon does not use a trunk prefix that needs to be removed. Simply add the country code +237 before the local number as-is.
What do Cameroon mobile numbers start with?
Mobile phone numbers in Cameroon typically start with 6 after the country code +237. When dialing from abroad, the full mobile number would begin with +237 6...
Can I call Cameroon from my browser?
Yes. Kinvo allows you to call any phone number in Cameroon 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 +237 followed by the local number. Calls include HD voice quality and end-to-end encryption.
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