Country Code +237

Cameroon uses the international dialing code +237

+237

Which Country Has Code +237?

Cameroon uses the international dialing code +237.

How to Call a +237 Number from the US

Numbers in Cameroon have 9 digits after +237. There is no leading 0 to drop: dial every digit as written.

Number	From a US landline	From a mobile
Mobile starts with 24, 62 or 64–69	`011 237 6 XX XX XX XX`	`+237 6 XX XX XX XX`
Landline starts with 22–23	`011 237 2 XX XX XX XX`	`+237 2 XX XX XX XX`
Toll-free starts with 88	`011 237 88 XX XX XX`	`+237 88 XX XX XX`

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

Got a Call From +237?

A number starting with +237 is registered in Cameroon. If you know someone there, it may be them. If you don't, be careful before you call back.

Reading a +237 number

•Mobile if the digits after +237 start with 24, 62 or 64–69 (+237 6 XX XX XX XX).
•Local time: 10:50 AM in Yaounde 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 +237 FAQ

Which country has country code 237?

+237 is the country code of Cameroon. Numbers have 9 digits after +237.

Is a +237 number a mobile or a landline?

In Cameroon, mobile numbers start with 24, 62 or 64–69 after +237, for example +237 6 XX XX XX XX. Other numbers are landlines or special services.

What time is it in Cameroon right now?

It is 10:50 AM on Tuesday in Yaounde (UTC+1), 5 hours ahead of New York. To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM there, call between 4:00 AM–3:00 PM EDT.

How do I call a +237 number from the US?

From a US landline, dial 011 237 6 XX XX XX XX. From a mobile, dial +237 6 XX XX XX XX.

I got a call from +237. Should I call back?

Not if you don't recognize the number. Calling back +237 is an international call. Caller ID can be faked, and a real caller will leave a message.

Cameroon Quick Info

Country	Cameroon
Dialing Code	+237
ISO-2 Code	`cm`
ISO-3 Code	`CMR`
Capital	Yaounde
Continent	Africa
Population	29,879,337
Currency	CFA franc
Domain	`cm`

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Time in Yaounde

10:50 AM

Tuesday · UTC+1 · 5 hours ahead of New York

To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM there, call between 4:00 AM–3:00 PM EDT (1:00 AM–12:00 PM PDT).