🇨🇲 Cameroon Phone Number Format
Complete guide to Cameroon phone number format, including country code +237, area codes, and how to dial from abroad.
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Cameroon Number Structure
+237 [Area] [Local Number]
+237
Country Code
XX
Area Code
XXXXXXX
Local Number
Components of Cameroon Phone Numbers
Understanding each part of the number
| Component | Description | Digits |
|---|---|---|
| Country Code | International prefix for Cameroon | +237 |
| Area/City Code | Regional identifier (varies by location) | 1-4 digits |
| Local Number | Subscriber number | 6-8 digits |
| Total Length | Full international number | 10-12 digits |
Mobile vs Landline Numbers
Different number types in Cameroon
Mobile Numbers
- Often start with specific mobile prefixes
- Not tied to geographic location
- Prefix varies by carrier
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Landline Numbers
- Include geographic area codes
- Area code indicates city/region
- May start with 0 domestically
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Example Cameroon Phone Numbers
Local vs international format
(0XX) XXX-XXXX
+237 XX XXX XXXX
Tip: Drop the leading 0 when dialing from abroad
How to Dial Cameroon Numbers
Steps for calling from outside Cameroon
Dial your exit code
011 from US, 00 from UK, or + on mobile
Dial Cameroon's country code: 237
Routes your call to Cameroon
Dial the area code (drop leading 0)
Geographic or mobile prefix
Dial the local number
The subscriber number
Cameroon Phone Format FAQ
What is the phone number format for Cameroon?
Cameroon phone numbers use the format: +237 [Area Code] [Local Number]. The total length is typically 10-12 digits including the country code.
Do I drop the 0 when calling internationally?
Yes! When calling from outside Cameroon, drop any leading 0 from the area code. The 0 is typically a trunk prefix used only for domestic calls.
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