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How to Call Uganda from the United States
Country code +256 — Dial 011 256 71X XXXXXX from a US landline or +256 71X XXXXXX from a mobile phone.
What to Dial
- 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
- 2Dial 256, the country code of Uganda.
- 3Dial the number: 9 digits, without the leading 0 used for calls inside Uganda.
| Calling a… | Written in Uganda | From a US landline | From a cell phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile | 071X XXXXXX |
011 256 71X XXXXXX |
+256 71X XXXXXX |
| Landline | 031 XXXXXXX |
011 256 31 XXXXXXX |
+256 31 XXXXXXX |
X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 07. More number types: Uganda phone number format.
Mobile or Landline?
Uganda had 83 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 Uganda mobiles.
Source: World Bank (ITU).
Calling Tips for Uganda
Best Time to Call
To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in Kampala, call between 2:00 AM–1:00 PM EDT (11:00 PM–10:00 AM PDT). Uganda doesn’t change its clocks, so the gap moves by an hour when the US does.
Uganda is on UTC+3, 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.