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How to Call Sierra Leone from the United States

Country code +232 — Dial 011 232 25 XXXXXX from a US landline or +232 25 XXXXXX from a mobile phone.

+232
Sierra Leone Country Code

What to Dial

  1. 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
  2. 2Dial 232, the country code of Sierra Leone.
  3. 3Dial the number: 8 digits, without the leading 0 used for calls inside Sierra Leone.
Calling a… Written in Sierra Leone From a US landline From a cell phone
Mobile (025) XXXXXX 011 232 25 XXXXXX +232 25 XXXXXX
Landline (Freetown) (022) XXXXXX 011 232 22 XXXXXX +232 22 XXXXXX

X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 02, 03, 06, 07, 08 or 09. More number types: Sierra Leone phone number format.

Mobile or Landline?

Sierra Leone had 108 mobile subscriptions and 0.0 landlines per 100 people in 2022. Most people you call will be on a mobile, so ask for their mobile number and check what your plan charges for calls to Sierra Leone mobiles.

Source: World Bank (ITU).

Calling Tips for Sierra Leone

Best Time to Call

To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in Freetown, call between 5:00 AM–4:00 PM EDT (2:00 AM–1:00 PM PDT). Sierra Leone doesn’t change its clocks, so the gap moves by an hour when the US does.

Sierra Leone is on UTC+0, 4 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
+4h
Sierra Leone
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UTC+0

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I call Sierra Leone from the US?
From a US landline, dial 011, then 232, then the number without its leading 0: 011 232 25 XXXXXX for a mobile. From a cell phone, dial +232 25 XXXXXX.
Do I dial the 0 when calling Sierra Leone from abroad?
No. The leading 0 is only for calls inside Sierra Leone. A number written (025) XXXXXX at home is dialed +232 25 XXXXXX from abroad.
How many digits is a phone number in Sierra Leone?
8 digits after the country code +232. Mobile numbers start with 02, 03, 06, 07, 08 or 09 when written with the leading 0.
What time should I call Sierra Leone from the US?
Sierra Leone is 4 hours ahead of New York (UTC+0 in Freetown). To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM there, call between 5:00 AM–4:00 PM EDT, or 2:00 AM–1:00 PM PDT on the West Coast. Sierra Leone 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 Sierra Leone 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 Sierra Leone?
It depends on your plan: many US plans charge per minute for international calls, and calls to Sierra Leone mobiles often cost more than calls to landlines. Internet calling apps are free when both people have the same app.
Sierra Leone Quick Info
Country Code +232
ISO Code SL
Capital Freetown
Time Zone UTC+0
Exit Code (US) 011
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