🇪🇹 Calls to Ethiopia
Make crystal-clear calls to Ethiopia starting at just $0.56/min. Call any Ethiopia phone number instantly - mobile or landline. No contracts, no connection fees, and your credits never expire.
Mobile
$0.59/min
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$0.56/min
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Ethiopia Calling Rates
Mobile
$0.59
/minute
Landline
$0.56
/minute
No connection fees. No hidden charges. Credits never expire.
How to Dial Ethiopia
It's easy to call any Ethiopia phone number
US From United States
011 + 251 + local number
From Mobile / VoIP
Simply use the + format - easier and works worldwide:
+251 + local number
The + symbol automatically uses the correct exit code for your location.
About Calling Ethiopia
Ethiopia is Africa's second most populous country with over 120 million people. Addis Ababa, the capital, is the headquarters of the African Union. Ethiopia has a unique cultural heritage — it's the only African country never colonized by a European power and uses its own calendar. The Ethiopian diaspora in the US numbers over 250,000, concentrated in Washington DC, Virginia, and Maryland.
Population
120283026
Capital
Addis Ababa
Language
Amharic
Currency
Ethiopian Birr (ETB)
Ethiopia Telecom & Phone System
Understanding Ethiopia's phone network
Ethiopia's telecom sector was a government monopoly under Ethio Telecom until Safaricom Ethiopia launched in 2022, marking a historic opening of the market. Ethio Telecom remains dominant with over 70 million subscribers. Mobile internet penetration is growing rapidly but remains lower than the African average. The government has been investing heavily in expanding mobile and internet infrastructure.
| Country Code | +251 |
| International Prefix (exit code) | 00 |
| Trunk Prefix | 0 |
| Phone Number Length | 9 digits |
| Mobile Prefixes | 9 |
| Emergency Number | 911 |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa (UTC+3) |
Special Dialing Rules for Ethiopia
Drop the leading 0 when calling from abroad. Ethiopian mobile numbers are 10 digits starting with 09. Internationally, dial +251 followed by 9 digits. For example, 091-123-4567 becomes +251-91-123-4567. Addis Ababa landlines: +251-11-XXX-XXXX.
Tips for Calling Ethiopia
Make the most of your calls
Ethiopia is 8 hours ahead of US Eastern Time. Ethiopia uses its own calendar (Ethiopian calendar), which is 7-8 years behind the Gregorian calendar and has 13 months. Business hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM. The best time to call from the US East Coast is morning (7-9 AM ET = 3-5 PM EAT).
Best Time to Call Ethiopia
Ethiopia is in the Africa/Addis_Ababa timezone (UTC+3)
Business Calls
Best during 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Ethiopia time. Check the time difference from your location before calling.
Personal Calls
Evenings and weekends (6:00 PM - 10:00 PM Ethiopia time) are ideal for reaching family and friends.
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Ethiopia Calling FAQ
How much does it cost to call Ethiopia?
With InternationalCall, calls to Ethiopia mobile phones cost $0.59/min and landlines cost $0.56/min. No connection fees or hidden charges.
What is the Ethiopia country code?
The country code for Ethiopia is +251. From the US, dial 011 + 251 + local number.
Can I call Ethiopia cell phones?
Yes! Call any Ethiopia mobile or landline. The recipient just answers their regular phone - no app needed on their end.
What is the best time to call Ethiopia?
Ethiopia is in the Africa/Addis_Ababa timezone (UTC+3). For business calls, try 9 AM - 6 PM Ethiopia time. For personal calls, evenings between 6 PM - 10 PM local time work best.
How many digits is a Ethiopia phone number?
Ethiopia phone numbers are 9 digits long (not including the country code +251). Mobile numbers typically start with 9.
What is the emergency number in Ethiopia?
The emergency number in Ethiopia is 911. This can be dialed locally for police, fire, and medical emergencies.
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