Country Code +222

Mauritania uses the international dialing code +222

+222

Which Country Has Code +222?

Mauritania uses the international dialing code +222.

How to Call a +222 Number from the US

Numbers in Mauritania have 8 digits after +222. There is no leading 0 to drop: dial every digit as written.

Number	From a US landline	From a mobile
Mobile starts with 20–24, 26–29, 30–34, 36–39, 40–44 or 46–49	`011 222 22 XX XX XX`	`+222 22 XX XX XX`
Landline starts with 25, 35 or 45	`011 222 35 XX XX XX`	`+222 35 XX XX XX`
Toll-free starts with 80	`011 222 80 XX XX XX`	`+222 80 XX XX XX`

X stands for any digit. Toll-free numbers often can't be reached from abroad. Full list of number types: Mauritania phone number format.

Got a Call From +222?

A number starting with +222 is registered in Mauritania. If you know someone there, it may be them. If you don't, be careful before you call back.

Reading a +222 number

•Mobile if the digits after +222 start with 20–24, 26–29, 30–34, 36–39, 40–44 or 46–49 (+222 22 XX XX XX).
•Local time: 10:38 AM in Nouakchott right now.

•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.

Country Code +222 FAQ

Which country has country code 222?

+222 is the country code of Mauritania. Numbers have 8 digits after +222.

Is a +222 number a mobile or a landline?

In Mauritania, mobile numbers start with 20–24, 26–29, 30–34, 36–39, 40–44 or 46–49 after +222, for example +222 22 XX XX XX. Other numbers are landlines or special services.

What time is it in Mauritania right now?

It is 10:38 AM on Tuesday in Nouakchott (UTC+0), 4 hours ahead of New York. To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM there, call between 5:00 AM–4:00 PM EDT.

How do I call a +222 number from the US?

From a US landline, dial 011 222 22 XX XX XX. From a mobile, dial +222 22 XX XX XX.

I got a call from +222. Should I call back?

Not if you don't recognize the number. Calling back +222 is an international call. Caller ID can be faked, and a real caller will leave a message.

Mauritania Quick Info

Country	Mauritania
Dialing Code	+222
ISO-2 Code	`mr`
ISO-3 Code	`MRT`
Capital	Nouakchott
Continent	Africa
Population	5,315,065
Currency	Mauritanian ouguiya
Domain	`mr`

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Time in Nouakchott

10:38 AM

Tuesday · UTC+0 · 4 hours ahead of New York

To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM there, call between 5:00 AM–4:00 PM EDT (2:00 AM–1:00 PM PDT).