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How to Call Niger from the United States
Country code +227 — Dial 011 227 93 XX XX XX from a US landline or +227 93 XX XX XX from a mobile phone.
What to Dial
- 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
- 2Dial 227, the country code of Niger.
- 3Dial the number: 8 digits, exactly as written: Niger has no leading 0 to drop.
| Calling a… | Written in Niger | From a US landline | From a cell phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile | 93 XX XX XX |
011 227 93 XX XX XX |
+227 93 XX XX XX |
| Landline (Niamey) | 20 XX XX XX |
011 227 20 XX XX XX |
+227 20 XX XX XX |
X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 23, 70, 74, 76–77, 8 or 9. More number types: Niger phone number format.
Mobile or Landline?
Niger had 61 mobile subscriptions and 0.4 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 Niger mobiles.
Source: World Bank (ITU).
Calling Tips for Niger
Best Time to Call
To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in Niamey, call between 4:00 AM–3:00 PM EDT (1:00 AM–12:00 PM PDT). Niger doesn’t change its clocks, so the gap moves by an hour when the US does.
Niger 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.