🇪🇹USA to Ethiopia Calling Guide

How to Call Ethiopia
From the USA

Need to reach Addis Ababa or Dire Dawa? The country code for Ethiopia is +251. Connect with family and friends on Ethio Telecom or Safaricom instantly.

Step-by-Step Guide
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Dialing Ethiopia from USA: 3 Easy Steps

Follow this simple format to connect to any landline or mobile in Ethiopia.

1

USA Exit Code

Dial 011.
This signals you are making an international call from the US.
(On mobiles, hold '0' to get '+')

2

Ethiopia Code (+251)

Dial 251.
This routes your call specifically to Ethiopia.

3

Number

Dial the Area Code + Number.
Drop the leading '0'Example: 0911... becomes 911...

Dialing Examples

Calling Ethio Telecom Mobile
If number is: 0911 234 567
011 251 911 234 567
Calling Addis Ababa Landline
If number is: 011 123 4567
011 251 11 123 4567

Ethiopia Area Codes & Mobile Prefixes

Essential codes for major cities and mobile networks.

Major Cities (Landlines)

  • Addis Ababa11
  • Dire Dawa25
  • Mekelle34
  • Bahir Dar58
  • Gondar58
  • Jimma47
  • Nazret22
  • Dessie33

Mobile Networks

  • Ethio Telecom91x
  • Safaricom ET7xx

*Mobile numbers are typically 9 digits long.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the country code for Ethiopia?

The country code for Ethiopia is +251. You dial this after the US exit code (011) or by using the '+' symbol on mobile/VoIP.

Do I drop the zero when calling Ethiopia?

Yes. If the local number is 0911 123 456, you should dial +251 911 123 456. You drop the leading zero.

How do I call Ethio Telecom mobiles?

Ethio Telecom mobile numbers usually start with 9. Dial +251 followed by the 9-digit number (e.g., +251 9xx xxx xxx).

What is the time difference between USA and Ethiopia?

Ethiopia is in East Africa Time (EAT), which is GMT+3. Ethiopia is typically 7-8 hours ahead of New York (EST), depending on Daylight Savings.

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