🇹🇿 Tanzania Phone Number Format
Complete guide to Tanzania phone number format, including country code +255, area codes, and how to dial from abroad.
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Tanzania Number Structure
+255 [Area] [Local Number]
+255
Country Code
XX
Area Code
XXXXXXX
Local Number
Components of Tanzania Phone Numbers
Understanding each part of the number
| Component | Description | Digits |
|---|---|---|
| Country Code | International prefix for Tanzania | +255 |
| 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 Tanzania
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 Tanzania Phone Numbers
Local vs international format
(0XX) XXX-XXXX
+255 XX XXX XXXX
Tip: Drop the leading 0 when dialing from abroad
How to Dial Tanzania Numbers
Steps for calling from outside Tanzania
Dial your exit code
011 from US, 00 from UK, or + on mobile
Dial Tanzania's country code: 255
Routes your call to Tanzania
Dial the area code (drop leading 0)
Geographic or mobile prefix
Dial the local number
The subscriber number
Tanzania Phone Format FAQ
What is the phone number format for Tanzania?
Tanzania phone numbers use the format: +255 [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 Tanzania, drop any leading 0 from the area code. The 0 is typically a trunk prefix used only for domestic calls.
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