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Sierra Leone Country Code: +232

The international calling code for Sierra Leone is +232. You need this code to dial any phone number in Sierra Leone 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 Sierra Leone, including the correct number format, trunk prefix, and worked examples.

Country Code
+232
ISO Code
SL
Trunk Prefix
0
Drop when dialing from abroad
Example Number
+232 25 123456

How to Call Sierra Leone from Abroad

Follow these steps to dial a phone number in Sierra Leone from any other country. The process is the same whether you are calling a landline or a mobile number.

  1. 1
    Dial 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.

  2. 2
    Dial Sierra Leone's country code: 232

    After the + or exit code, enter 232. This routes your call to Sierra Leone's telephone network.

  3. 3
    Drop the trunk prefix (0) from the local number

    When a Sierra Leone number starts with 0 domestically, remove it when dialing internationally. The trunk prefix is only used for calls within Sierra Leone itself.

  4. 4
    Dial the remaining local number

    Enter the area code (if applicable) and the subscriber number. The complete international number should look like this: +232 25 123456

Sierra Leone Phone Number Format

Landline Numbers

Landline numbers in Sierra Leone typically include an area code that identifies the city or region, followed by the subscriber number. Domestically, these numbers are prefixed with 0 for long-distance calls. When dialing from abroad, replace the 0 with +232.

Mobile Numbers

Mobile phone numbers in Sierra Leone typically begin with 2 (after the country code). When calling a Sierra Leone mobile from abroad, remember to drop the leading 0 before the mobile prefix.

International Format Example

+232 25 123456
+232 = Country codeRemaining digits = Area code + subscriber number

Dialing Example: Calling Sierra Leone

Suppose you want to call a Sierra Leone number that is written domestically with the trunk prefix 0. Here is how to convert it to the international format:

Domestic format:025123456
Remove prefix (0):25123456
Add country code:+232 25 123456

Call Sierra Leone from Your Browser

With Kinvo, you can call landlines and mobiles in Sierra Leone 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 +232 followed by the local number.

Every new account includes a free 1-minute test call. No credit card required.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Sierra Leone Country Code

What is the country code for Sierra Leone?

The international dialing code for Sierra Leone is +232. This code must be dialed before the local phone number when calling Sierra Leone from any other country. The ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 code for Sierra Leone is SL.

How do I call Sierra Leone from the United States?

From the US, dial 011 (the US exit code) followed by 232 (the Sierra Leone country code) and then the local number without the leading 0. Alternatively, dial +232 from a mobile phone. For example: +232 25 123456.

Do I need to drop the 0 when calling Sierra Leone internationally?

Yes. When calling Sierra Leone from abroad, you must remove the leading 0 (trunk prefix) from the beginning of the number and replace it with the country code +232. This trunk prefix is only used for domestic long-distance calls within Sierra Leone.

What do Sierra Leone mobile numbers start with?

Mobile phone numbers in Sierra Leone typically start with 2 after the country code +232. When dialing from abroad, the full mobile number would begin with +232 2...

Can I call Sierra Leone from my browser?

Yes. Kinvo allows you to call any phone number in Sierra Leone 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 +232 followed by the local number. Calls include HD voice quality and end-to-end encryption.