🇸🇴 Somalia Phone Number Format
Complete guide to Somalia phone number format, including country code +252, area codes, and how to dial from abroad.
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Somalia Number Structure
+252 [Area] [Local Number]
+252
Country Code
XX
Area Code
XXXXXXX
Local Number
Components of Somalia Phone Numbers
Understanding each part of the number
| Component | Description | Digits |
|---|---|---|
| Country Code | International prefix for Somalia | +252 |
| 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 Somalia
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 Somalia Phone Numbers
Local vs international format
(0XX) XXX-XXXX
+252 XX XXX XXXX
Tip: Drop the leading 0 when dialing from abroad
How to Dial Somalia Numbers
Steps for calling from outside Somalia
Dial your exit code
011 from US, 00 from UK, or + on mobile
Dial Somalia's country code: 252
Routes your call to Somalia
Dial the area code (drop leading 0)
Geographic or mobile prefix
Dial the local number
The subscriber number
Somalia Phone Format FAQ
What is the phone number format for Somalia?
Somalia phone numbers use the format: +252 [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 Somalia, drop any leading 0 from the area code. The 0 is typically a trunk prefix used only for domestic calls.
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