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US to Nigeria Dialing Format
011 + 234 + number
From any US phone
Or use +234 + number from your cell phone
Step-by-Step: Call Nigeria from USA
Follow these simple steps to dial Nigeria
Dial US Exit Code
011
This tells your carrier you're making an international call
Dial Country Code
234
Nigeria's international dialing code
Dial Local Number
XXXXXXXX
Include area code if applicable
Example: Dialing Nigeria from USA
To call a Nigeria number like 12345678
011-234-12345678
+23412345678
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| AT&T | $2.00-3.00/min | $1.50-2.50/min | $0.50+ |
| Verizon | $1.79-2.99/min | $1.49-2.49/min | $0.49+ |
| T-Mobile | $1.50-2.50/min | $1.25-2.00/min | Varies |
Carrier rates are approximate and may vary. Check with your carrier for exact rates.
Nigeria Phone Number Details
What to know when dialing Nigeria from the US
| Country Code | +234 |
| Number Length | 10 digits |
| Mobile Prefixes | 70, 80, 81, 90, 91 |
| Trunk Prefix | 0 (omit when calling from US) |
| Emergency Number | 112 |
Important Dialing Note
Drop the leading 0 when calling from abroad. Nigerian mobile numbers are 11 digits locally (starting with 0). Internationally, dial +234 followed by 10 digits. For example, 0803-123-4567 becomes +234-803-123-4567. Lagos landline: +234-1-XXX-XXXX.
About Nigeria
Nigeria is Africa's most populous country with over 218 million people and its largest economy. Lagos is the commercial capital and one of the fastest-growing cities in the world, while Abuja serves as the political capital. Nigeria has one of the largest diaspora populations in Africa, with significant communities in the US, UK, and Canada. Nigerians abroad regularly call home, making affordable international rates crucial.
Capital
Abuja
Language
English
Timezone
UTC+1
Currency
NGN
Tips for Calling Nigeria from the US
Nigeria is 6 hours ahead of US Eastern Time (5 hours during US daylight saving). Business hours are Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. The best time to call from the US is morning ET. Mobile is the primary communication method in Nigeria — there are very few functional landlines. Call quality can vary, especially during peak hours or to rural areas.
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Calling Nigeria from USA FAQ
How do I call Nigeria from the USA?
From a US phone, dial 011 + 234 + local number. From a US cell phone, you can also dial +234 + local number using the + symbol (press and hold 0 on most phones).
How much does it cost to call Nigeria from USA?
With InternationalCall, calls to Nigeria from the USA cost $0.35/min for mobile and $0.35/min for landline. Major US carriers like AT&T and Verizon typically charge $1.50-3.00/min plus connection fees.
What is 011 when calling internationally from USA?
011 is the US international access code (also called exit code). You dial this before any international call from a US landline or phone. It tells the phone system you're making an international call. On cell phones, you can use + instead.
Do I need an international plan to call Nigeria?
No! With InternationalCall, you don't need to add any international plan to your US carrier. Simply use our service to call Nigeria at $0.35/min. You can call from any device with internet - phone, tablet, or computer.
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