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How to Call Chad from the United States

Country code +235 — Dial 011 235 63 XX XX XX from a US landline or +235 63 XX XX XX from a mobile phone.

+235
Chad Country Code

What to Dial

  1. 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
  2. 2Dial 235, the country code of Chad.
  3. 3Dial the number: 8 digits, exactly as written: Chad has no leading 0 to drop.
Calling a… Written in Chad From a US landline From a cell phone
Mobile 63 XX XX XX 011 235 63 XX XX XX +235 63 XX XX XX
Landline 22 XX XX XX 011 235 22 XX XX XX +235 22 XX XX XX

X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 30–31, 6, 77, 85–87 or 9. More number types: Chad phone number format.

Mobile or Landline?

Chad had 73 mobile subscriptions and 0.0 landlines per 100 people in 2024. Most people you call will be on a mobile, so ask for their mobile number and check what your plan charges for calls to Chad mobiles.

Source: World Bank (ITU).

Calling Tips for Chad

Best Time to Call

To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in N'Djamena, call between 4:00 AM–3:00 PM EDT (1:00 AM–12:00 PM PDT). Chad doesn’t change its clocks, so the gap moves by an hour when the US does.

Chad is on UTC+1, 5 hours ahead of US Eastern Time right now.

Cost Saving Tips

  • VoIP services such as Google Voice or Vonage usually charge less per minute than a carrier's standard international rate.
  • WiFi calling apps (WhatsApp, Viber, FaceTime) are free when both parties have the app.
  • Check your carrier's international plan — many offer add-on packages.

Time Difference

US Eastern (EDT)
--:--
UTC-4
+5h
Chad
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UTC+1

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I call Chad from the US?
From a US landline, dial 011, then 235, then the number: 011 235 63 XX XX XX for a mobile. From a cell phone, dial +235 63 XX XX XX.
Do I need to drop a 0 when calling Chad?
No. Chad has no trunk prefix: dial every digit after +235 exactly as written, for example +235 63 XX XX XX.
How many digits is a phone number in Chad?
8 digits after the country code +235. Mobile numbers start with 30–31, 6, 77, 85–87 or 9.
What time should I call Chad from the US?
Chad is 5 hours ahead of New York (UTC+1 in N'Djamena). To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM there, call between 4:00 AM–3:00 PM EDT, or 1:00 AM–12:00 PM PDT on the West Coast. Chad doesn't change its clocks, so the difference shifts by an hour when the US switches to or from daylight saving time.
How do people in Chad call the US?
They dial the exit code 00, then 1 and the 10-digit US number: 00 1 XXX XXX XXXX, or +1 from a mobile.
How much does it cost to call Chad?
It depends on your plan: many US plans charge per minute for international calls, and calls to Chad mobiles often cost more than calls to landlines. Internet calling apps are free when both people have the same app.
Chad Quick Info
Country Code +235
ISO Code TD
Capital N'Djamena
Time Zone UTC+1
Exit Code (US) 011
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