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How to Call Lesotho from the United States

Country code +266 — Dial 011 266 50XX XXXX from a US landline or +266 50XX XXXX from a mobile phone.

+266
Lesotho Country Code

What to Dial

  1. 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
  2. 2Dial 266, the country code of Lesotho.
  3. 3Dial the number: 8 digits, exactly as written: Lesotho has no leading 0 to drop.
Calling a… Written in Lesotho From a US landline From a cell phone
Mobile 50XX XXXX 011 266 50XX XXXX +266 50XX XXXX
Landline (Maseru) 2212 XXXX 011 266 2212 XXXX +266 2212 XXXX

X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 5 or 6. More number types: Lesotho phone number format.

Mobile or Landline?

Lesotho had 70 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 Lesotho mobiles.

Source: World Bank (ITU).

Calling Tips for Lesotho

Best Time to Call

To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in Maseru, call between 2:00 AM–1:00 PM EST (11:00 PM–10:00 AM PST). Lesotho doesn’t change its clocks, so the gap moves by an hour when the US does.

Lesotho is on UTC+2, 7 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 (EST)
--:--
UTC-5
+7h
Lesotho
--:--
UTC+2

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I call Lesotho from the US?
From a US landline, dial 011, then 266, then the number: 011 266 50XX XXXX for a mobile. From a cell phone, dial +266 50XX XXXX.
Do I need to drop a 0 when calling Lesotho?
No. Lesotho has no trunk prefix: dial every digit after +266 exactly as written, for example +266 50XX XXXX.
How many digits is a phone number in Lesotho?
8 digits after the country code +266. Mobile numbers start with 5 or 6.
What time should I call Lesotho from the US?
Lesotho is 7 hours ahead of New York (UTC+2 in Maseru). To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM there, call between 2:00 AM–1:00 PM EST, or 11:00 PM–10:00 AM PST on the West Coast. Lesotho 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 Lesotho 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 Lesotho?
It depends on your plan: many US plans charge per minute for international calls, and calls to Lesotho mobiles often cost more than calls to landlines. Internet calling apps are free when both people have the same app.
Lesotho Quick Info
Country Code +266
ISO Code LS
Capital Maseru
Time Zone UTC+2
Exit Code (US) 011
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