Country Code +229

Q: How to dial +229 from the US?

To call Benin from the US, dial 011 + 229 + the local phone number. From a mobile phone, you can also use +229 followed by the number.

Benin uses the international dialing code +229

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Which Country Has Code +229?

Benin uses the international dialing code +229.

Looking for US area code 229?

229 is also a US area code in Georgia. A US number looks like (229) XXX-XXXX or +1 229 XXX XXXX. A number starting with +229 (no 1 in front) is an international call to Benin.

How to Call Benin from the US

Method	Dial Sequence	Example
From a landline	`011 + 229 + local number`	`011-229-XXX-XXXX`
From a mobile phone	`+229 + local number`	`+229-XXX-XXXX`
Using a calling card	`Access # + 011 + 229 + local number`	`1-800-XXX + 011-229-XXX-XXXX`

Important: When dialing from a US landline, always start with 011 (the US international access code). From a mobile phone, you can use the + symbol instead by pressing and holding the 0 key.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1 Dial 011 — the US exit code for international calls
2 Dial 229 — the country code for Benin
3 Dial the local area code (if applicable, drop any leading 0)
4 Dial the local phone number

Got a Call From +229?

A number starting with +229 is registered in Benin. If you know someone there, it may be them. If you don't, be careful before you call back.

•Don't call back a number you don't recognize. One-ring scams hang up after a ring or two so you return the call, which can add a per-minute charge on top of an international rate.
•Caller ID can be faked. The code shown is not proof of where the caller really is.
•Real callers leave a message. If it matters, they'll text, email or leave a voicemail. Otherwise, block the number.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which country has country code 229?

Benin uses the international dialing code +229. This code is assigned to Benin by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).

How to dial +229 from the US?

To call Benin from the US, dial 011 + 229 + local number. From a mobile phone, you can also use +229 followed by the number. The 011 prefix is the US international access code required when calling from a landline.

I got a call from +229. Should I call back?

Not if you don't recognize the number. Calls from +229 are international calls. Scammers use one-ring calls to get people to call back, which can add a per-minute charge on top of an international rate, and caller ID can be faked. If it matters, the caller will leave a message; otherwise block the number.

Benin Quick Info

Country	Benin
Dialing Code	+229
ISO-2 Code	`bj`
ISO-3 Code	`BEN`
Capital	Porto-Novo
Continent	Africa
Population	8,791,832
Currency	CFA franc
Domain	`bj`

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