Call Congo (DRC)
Country Code +243
Calling Democratic Republic of the Congo from Belgium normally means dialing 00 then +243 before the local number. StartACall places the call from your browser instead, with no app to install and no SIM card to swap.
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How to Call Congo (DRC) from Belgium
Simple steps to place an international call to the DRC from Belgium using StartACall or a mobile phone.
Belgium Exit Code
Dial 00 from a landline. On mobile or from StartACall use the plus sign + before the country code.
DRC Country Code
Dial +243 to reach the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Local Number
Enter the full national number without any leading zero. For example, if the local format begins with 0, omit that zero when dialing from abroad.
Dialing Examples
International calls use the country code and the national number. If the DRC number is shown locally with a leading zero, remove it for international dialing.
Common Local Number Prefixes in DRC
Major cities and typical mobile prefixes. Always use the full national number without the initial zero when dialing internationally.
| City | Region | Typical Prefix |
|---|---|---|
| Kinshasa | Capital | Typical prefixes: 81, 82 |
| Lubumbashi | Haut-Katanga | Typical prefixes: 99, 97 |
| Mbuji-Mayi | Kasai-Oriental | Typical prefixes: 91, 92 |
| Kisangani | Tshopo | Typical prefixes: 85, 88 |
| Goma | North Kivu | Typical prefixes: 89 |
| City | Region | Typical Prefix |
|---|---|---|
| Bukavu | South Kivu | Typical prefixes: 84 |
| Matadi | Kongo Central | Typical prefixes: 80 |
| Kananga | Kasai-Central | Typical prefixes: 83 |
| Kolwezi | Lualaba | Typical prefixes: 98 |
| Likasi | Haut-Katanga | Typical prefixes: 96 |
Dialing Mobile Numbers
What to watch for when calling mobile phones in the DRC from Belgium.
Drop the Leading Zero
Domestic DRC numbers often start with a 0. When calling from Belgium, drop that zero and dial +243 followed by the rest of the number.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the country code for Congo (DRC)?
The DRC country code is +243. Use this after the Belgium exit code 00 or the plus sign on mobile.
Do I need a carrier code when calling from Belgium?
No. Dial 00 or + then 243 and the national number. There is no extra carrier selection required.
Do I need to install an app to call?
No. StartACall works in your web browser. Sign up, log in, and place calls from Chrome, Firefox, or Safari.
How do I dial a mobile number shown with a leading zero?
Remove the leading zero and prefix with +243. For example local 081 234 5678 becomes +243 81 234 5678.
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