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Tanzania Country Code: +255

The international calling code for Tanzania is +255. You need this code to dial any phone number in Tanzania 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 Tanzania, including the correct number format, trunk prefix, and worked examples.

Country Code
+255
ISO Code
TZ
Trunk Prefix
0
Drop when dialing from abroad
Example Number
+255 712 345 678

How to Call Tanzania from Abroad

Follow these steps to dial a phone number in Tanzania 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 Tanzania's country code: 255

    After the + or exit code, enter 255. This routes your call to Tanzania's telephone network.

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

    When a Tanzania number starts with 0 domestically, remove it when dialing internationally. The trunk prefix is only used for calls within Tanzania 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: +255 712 345 678

Tanzania Phone Number Format

Landline Numbers

Landline numbers in Tanzania 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 +255.

Mobile Numbers

Mobile phone numbers in Tanzania typically begin with 7 (after the country code). When calling a Tanzania mobile from abroad, remember to drop the leading 0 before the mobile prefix.

International Format Example

+255 712 345 678
+255 = Country codeRemaining digits = Area code + subscriber number

Dialing Example: Calling Tanzania

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

Domestic format:0712345678
Remove prefix (0):712345678
Add country code:+255 712 345 678

Tanzania Calling Rates on Kinvo

Kinvo offers affordable international calling rates to Tanzania. Calls are made directly from your browser with HD voice quality. No app download required.

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Call Tanzania from Your Browser

With Kinvo, you can call landlines and mobiles in Tanzania 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 +255 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: Tanzania Country Code

What is the country code for Tanzania?

The international dialing code for Tanzania is +255. This code must be dialed before the local phone number when calling Tanzania from any other country. The ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 code for Tanzania is TZ.

How do I call Tanzania from the United States?

From the US, dial 011 (the US exit code) followed by 255 (the Tanzania country code) and then the local number without the leading 0. Alternatively, dial +255 from a mobile phone. For example: +255 712 345 678.

Do I need to drop the 0 when calling Tanzania internationally?

Yes. When calling Tanzania from abroad, you must remove the leading 0 (trunk prefix) from the beginning of the number and replace it with the country code +255. This trunk prefix is only used for domestic long-distance calls within Tanzania.

What do Tanzania mobile numbers start with?

Mobile phone numbers in Tanzania typically start with 7 after the country code +255. When dialing from abroad, the full mobile number would begin with +255 7...

Can I call Tanzania from my browser?

Yes. Kinvo allows you to call any phone number in Tanzania 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 +255 followed by the local number. Calls include HD voice quality and end-to-end encryption.