What is the country code for Uganda?

The country calling code for Uganda is +256. You dial it after your international access code (or +) when calling Uganda from another country.

How do I call Uganda from another country?

Dial your exit code (for example 011 from the US, or 00 from much of Europe) or a +, then 256, then the local number without its leading 0. On a mobile, press and hold 0 to type the +.

How many digits is a phone number in Uganda?

A typical Uganda phone number has 9 digits after the +256 country code.

What does a Uganda phone number look like?

In international format, a Uganda number looks like +256 712 345678.

Can I call Uganda for free?

Yes. Browser-to-browser voice and video calls are always free. To call a Uganda phone, your first call is free, up to $0.25. No app or SIM needed.

Uganda country code

The calling code for Uganda is +256.

Calling code

+256

ISO code

Callable here

Yes

Region

Uganda

Example number

International

+256 712 345678

National

0712 345678

E.164

+256712345678

Example mobile number, formatted for display. Not a real subscriber.

How to call Uganda

1
Start with the exit code (or +)
From a mobile, press and hold 0 for +. From a landline, dial your country's exit code first (for example 011 from the US, or 00 from most of Europe).
2
Dial the country code +256
This routes the call to Uganda.
3
Dial the local number
Enter the recipient's national number, dropping any leading 0 trunk prefix.

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Uganda dialing code FAQ

What is the country code for Uganda?: The country calling code for Uganda is +256. You dial it after your international access code (or +) when calling Uganda from another country.
How do I call Uganda from another country?: Dial your exit code (for example 011 from the US, or 00 from much of Europe) or a +, then 256, then the local number without its leading 0. On a mobile, press and hold 0 to type the +.
How many digits is a phone number in Uganda?: A typical Uganda phone number has 9 digits after the +256 country code.
What does a Uganda phone number look like?: In international format, a Uganda number looks like +256 712 345678.
Can I call Uganda for free?: Yes. Browser-to-browser voice and video calls are always free. To call a Uganda phone, your first call is free, up to $0.25. No app or SIM needed.

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