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How to Call Nigeria from the US

Rates from $0.2520/min

Country Code +234 · Dialing Guide · Rate Comparison

Quick Answer:
Dial 011 + 234 + local number from a US landline, or +234 from a mobile phone.

Nigeria Country Code (+234)

The country code for Nigeria is +234. This code is required for all international calls to Nigeria.

+234

Nigeria's International Dialing Code

From US Landline

011-234-XXXX...

From Mobile

+234 XXX XXX XXXX

Phone numbers in Nigeria are typically 10 digits. Mobile numbers start with 7, 8, 9.

How to Dial Nigeria from the US: Step-by-Step

011 + 234 + Local Number

011 US exit code — required from US landlines. From a mobile, use + instead

234 Nigeria country code — identifies Nigeria as the destination

X Local number — 10 digits. Mobile numbers start with 7, 8, 9.

How Much Does It Cost to Call Nigeria?

Free

$0.00

WhatsApp, FaceTime
(both need the app)

BubblyPhone

$0.2520/min

Browser-based VoIP
(call any number)

Carrier Rates

$3.00+/min

AT&T, Verizon
(without int'l plan)

Duration	BubblyPhone	Carrier ($3/min)	You Save
5 minutes	$1.26	$15.00	92%
10 minutes	$2.52	$30.00	92%
30 minutes	$7.56	$90.00	92%
60 minutes	$15.12	$180.00	92%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the country code for Nigeria?

The country code for Nigeria is +234. When calling from the USA, dial 011 (US exit code) followed by 234 (Nigeria's country code), then the local phone number.

How do I call Nigeria from the US?

From a US landline: dial 011-234 followed by the local number. From a US mobile phone: dial +234 followed by the local number. Phone numbers in Nigeria are typically 10 digits long.

How much does it cost to call Nigeria?

VoIP services like BubblyPhone offer affordable per-minute rates to Nigeria. Traditional carriers like AT&T and Verizon charge $3-5/min without an international plan.

Do I need an international plan to call Nigeria?

No. Internet-based services like BubblyPhone let you call Nigeria without any plan. Just open your browser, enter the number with +234, and call.

Can I call Nigeria for free from the US?

You can call Nigeria for free using WhatsApp, FaceTime, or Viber, but the person you're calling must also have the app. To call regular phone numbers, use BubblyPhone for affordable per-minute rates.