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How to Call Zimbabwe from the United States

Country code +263 — Dial 011 263 71 XXX XXXX from a US landline or +263 71 XXX XXXX from a mobile phone.

+263
Zimbabwe Country Code

What to Dial

  1. 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
  2. 2Dial 263, the country code of Zimbabwe.
  3. 3Dial the number: 9 digits for mobiles and 7 or 9 for landlines, without the leading 0 used for calls inside Zimbabwe.
Calling a… Written in Zimbabwe From a US landline From a cell phone
Mobile 071 XXX XXXX 011 263 71 XXX XXXX +263 71 XXX XXXX
Landline (Victoria Falls) 013 XXXXX 011 263 13 XXXXX +263 13 XXXXX

X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 071–073 or 077–079. More number types: Zimbabwe phone number format.

Mobile or Landline?

Zimbabwe had 94 mobile subscriptions and 1.8 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 Zimbabwe mobiles.

Source: World Bank (ITU).

Calling Tips for Zimbabwe

Best Time to Call

To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in Harare, call between 3:00 AM–2:00 PM EDT (12:00 AM–11:00 AM PDT). Zimbabwe doesn’t change its clocks, so the gap moves by an hour when the US does.

Zimbabwe is on UTC+2, 6 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
+6h
Zimbabwe
--:--
UTC+2

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I call Zimbabwe from the US?
From a US landline, dial 011, then 263, then the number without its leading 0: 011 263 71 XXX XXXX for a mobile. From a cell phone, dial +263 71 XXX XXXX.
Do I dial the 0 when calling Zimbabwe from abroad?
No. The leading 0 is only for calls inside Zimbabwe. A number written 071 XXX XXXX at home is dialed +263 71 XXX XXXX from abroad.
How many digits is a phone number in Zimbabwe?
9 digits for mobiles and 7 or 9 for landlines after the country code +263. Mobile numbers start with 071–073 or 077–079 when written with the leading 0.
What time should I call Zimbabwe from the US?
Zimbabwe is 6 hours ahead of New York (UTC+2 in Harare). To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM there, call between 3:00 AM–2:00 PM EDT, or 12:00 AM–11:00 AM PDT on the West Coast. Zimbabwe 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 Zimbabwe 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 Zimbabwe?
It depends on your plan: many US plans charge per minute for international calls, and calls to Zimbabwe mobiles often cost more than calls to landlines. Internet calling apps are free when both people have the same app.
Zimbabwe Quick Info
Country Code +263
ISO Code ZW
Capital Harare
Time Zone UTC+2
Exit Code (US) 011
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