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How to Call Mozambique from the United States
Country code +258 — Dial 011 258 82 XXX XXXX from a US landline or +258 82 XXX XXXX from a mobile phone.
What to Dial
- 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
- 2Dial 258, the country code of Mozambique.
- 3Dial the number: 9 digits for mobiles and 8 for landlines, exactly as written: Mozambique has no leading 0 to drop.
| Calling a… | Written in Mozambique | From a US landline | From a cell phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile | 82 XXX XXXX |
011 258 82 XXX XXXX |
+258 82 XXX XXXX |
| Landline (Maputo) | 21 XXX XXX |
011 258 21 XXX XXX |
+258 21 XXX XXX |
X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 82–89. More number types: Mozambique phone number format.
Mobile or Landline?
Mozambique had 50 mobile subscriptions and 0.1 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 Mozambique mobiles.
Source: World Bank (ITU).
Calling Tips for Mozambique
Best Time to Call
To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in Maputo, call between 2:00 AM–1:00 PM EST (11:00 PM–10:00 AM PST). Mozambique doesn’t change its clocks, so the gap moves by an hour when the US does.
Mozambique 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.