221 Country Code: Senegal (+221)
Country code 221 (+221) belongs to Senegal. Senegal uses the international dialing code +221, assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) under the E.164 standard. The ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 code is SN.
You will see the same code written several ways depending on origin: +221 (universal + prefix, works from mobile), 00221 (from countries that use 00 as their international exit code — most of Europe, Asia, and Latin America), 011 221 (from the US and Canada), 0011 221 (from Australia), or the bare 221. All refer to the same Senegal country code. Note: 221 is not a US area code — US area codes are also 3 digits but +221 is the international dialing code for Senegal, not a domestic US destination.
Senegalese phone numbers are 9 digits with no trunk prefix to drop. Landlines start with 33 (e.g. Dakar offices: +221 33 XXX XX XX) and mobiles start with 7 (+221 7X XXX XX XX, with carriers using prefixes 70 / 75 / 76 / 77 / 78). When calling from abroad, dial +221 followed by the full 9-digit number — there is no leading 0 to drop because Senegal does not use one domestically.
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No trunk 0 — Senegalese numbers are 9 digits dialed directly after +221. Landlines start with 33, mobiles with 7.
Did You Get a Call from +221? Here's What That Means
Any incoming call that displays +221 followed by more digits is originating from Senegal. The caller is dialing you from a Senegal-registered phone number — either a landline or a mobile on a Senegal carrier.
Common reasons people receive calls from +221:
- -Family or friends in Senegal calling from a local number
- -Business contacts at Senegal-based companies
- -Customer support agents working from a Senegal call center
- -Travel-related calls (hotels, airlines, tour operators)
- -Less commonly, robocalls or scam calls that have spoofed a +221 number — if the call is unsolicited, do not return it without verifying the source
To return a call to a +221 number from the US, use Kinvo's Senegal dialing guide — calls cost from $2.86/min with no app to download.
Senegal Phone Number Format
International Format Example
Senegal does not use a trunk prefix, so domestic and international formats are effectively the same — just prepend +221.
Major City Area Codes in Senegal
Area codes for the largest cities in Senegal. When dialing from abroad, prepend +221 and add no prefix.
| City / Region | Area Code | From Abroad |
|---|---|---|
| Dakar (landlines start with 33) | 33 | +221 33 |
| Thiès, Saint-Louis, Kaolack (landlines start with 33) | 33 | +221 33 |
| Mobile numbers (start with 7) | 7 | +221 7 |
Mobile Networks in Senegal
- 7 (mobiles are 9-digit numbers starting with 70, 75, 76, 77, 78)
- Orange Senegal (Sonatel)
- Free Senegal (formerly Tigo)
- Expresso Senegal
Senegal Telephone System Facts
Calling Senegal Successfully: Common Mistakes & Best Practices
Most failed calls to Senegal come from one of four mistakes, not from network problems. The most common is mishandling the country code itself: Senegal uses +221 with no trunk prefix to remove, so you dial it as-is. The most frequent error is adding a leading 0 by habit — there is none in the Senegal number plan.
The second is misreading the area code on landline numbers — Senegal area codes are not uniform length (Dakar (landlines start with 33) 33, Thiès, Saint-Louis, Kaolack (landlines start with 33) 33, Mobile numbers (start with 7) 7), so confirm the city before dialing. The third is dialing during off-hours — Senegal uses French business hours and consumer phones are usually answered between 8 AM and 9 PM local time. The fourth and most expensive mistake is assuming your US carrier's WiFi calling feature makes the call cheap. It does not — see WiFi calling vs VoIP for international calls for why.
For scam-call awareness: +221 is the legitimate Senegal country code, and most unsolicited calls from +221 numbers are legitimate calls from Senegal-based businesses, hospitals, family members, or call centers serving US customers. Caller-ID spoofing exists, so if a call from a +221 number claims to be from a US government agency, your bank, or the IRS, hang up and call the agency back on its published number. Real authorities never demand payment over the phone.
When you are ready to place a call, the cheapest reliable route is to dial +221 from your browser using Kinvo — no app, no carrier add-on, and the per-minute rate is shown before you connect so there are no bill surprises. The browser approach also works from any laptop, tablet, or phone you happen to have access to, which matters when you're traveling, using a work device, or borrowing someone else's computer.
Calling Senegal from Your Browser
To place a call to Senegal, dial +221 followed by the local number in the Kinvo browser dialer. Pay-as-you-go, no app required.
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Frequently Asked Questions: Senegal Country Code
Which country is country code 221?
Country code 221 belongs to Senegal. The full international dialing code is +221, also written as 00221 from countries using 00 as their international exit code (Europe, most of Asia, Latin America), 011 221 from the US and Canada, or +221 from any mobile phone.
What is the country code for Senegal?
+221 is the international dialing code for Senegal, assigned by the ITU under E.164. The ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 code is SN. Equivalent forms — 00221, 011 221, +221, and 221 — all refer to the same Senegal country code.
Is 221 a US area code?
No. 221 is the international country code for Senegal, not a US area code. US area codes are also 3 digits but they are domestic North American Numbering Plan codes — to reach Senegal from the US, dial +221 or 011 221 followed by the local number.
What are the main area codes in Senegal?
The largest cities in Senegal use these area codes: Dakar (landlines start with 33) (33), Thiès, Saint-Louis, Kaolack (landlines start with 33) (33), Mobile numbers (start with 7) (7). When calling from abroad, prepend +221.
Who are the main mobile carriers in Senegal?
The major mobile operators in Senegal are Orange Senegal (Sonatel), Free Senegal (formerly Tigo), Expresso Senegal. Kinvo routes calls to every Senegal mobile carrier at the same per-minute rate — no hidden surcharges for premium networks.
What is the emergency number in Senegal?
The emergency services number in Senegal is 17 (police), 18 (fire), 1515 (medical). Emergency numbers cannot be dialed via Kinvo or any VoIP service — use a mobile network or landline for life-threatening emergencies.
Can I call Senegal from my browser?
Yes. Kinvo connects calls to Senegal via WebRTC directly from Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge. No app download. Sign up, add credits from $5, and dial +221 followed by the local number.