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How to Call Republic of the Congo from the United States

Country code +242 — Dial 011 242 06 XXX XXXX from a US landline or +242 06 XXX XXXX from a mobile phone.

+242
Republic of the Congo Country Code

What to Dial

  1. 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
  2. 2Dial 242, the country code of Republic of the Congo.
  3. 3Dial the number: 9 digits, exactly as written: Republic of the Congo has no leading 0 to drop.
Calling a… Written in Republic of the Congo From a US landline From a cell phone
Mobile 06 XXX XXXX 011 242 06 XXX XXXX +242 06 XXX XXXX
Landline (Cuvette) 22 XXX XXXX 011 242 22 XXX XXXX +242 22 XXX XXXX

X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 01–02 or 04–06. More number types: Republic of the Congo phone number format.

Mobile or Landline?

Republic of the Congo had 96 mobile subscriptions and 0.3 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 Republic of the Congo mobiles.

Source: World Bank (ITU).

Calling Tips for Republic of the Congo

Best Time to Call

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

Republic of the Congo 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
Republic of the Congo
--:--
UTC+1

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I call Republic of the Congo from the US?
From a US landline, dial 011, then 242, then the number: 011 242 06 XXX XXXX for a mobile. From a cell phone, dial +242 06 XXX XXXX.
Do I need to drop a 0 when calling Republic of the Congo?
No. Republic of the Congo has no trunk prefix: dial every digit after +242 exactly as written, for example +242 06 XXX XXXX.
How many digits is a phone number in Republic of the Congo?
9 digits after the country code +242. Mobile numbers start with 01–02 or 04–06.
What time should I call Republic of the Congo from the US?
Republic of the Congo is 5 hours ahead of New York (UTC+1 in Brazzaville). 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. Republic of the Congo 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 Republic of the Congo 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 Republic of the Congo?
It depends on your plan: many US plans charge per minute for international calls, and calls to Republic of the Congo mobiles often cost more than calls to landlines. Internet calling apps are free when both people have the same app.
Republic of the Congo Quick Info
Country Code +242
ISO Code CG
Capital Brazzaville
Time Zone UTC+1
Exit Code (US) 011
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