How to Call Kenya
From the USA
Make seamless calls to kenya from usa directly from your browser. Outbound calls don’t require a dedicated number. To receive inbound calls, secure a unique US/Canada digital number ($2.14–$5/month).
Product facts
- Outbound: No dedicated number required.
- Inbound: Requires US/Canada digital number ($2.14–$5/month).
- No apps: Works in Chrome, Safari, Edge, Firefox.
Dialing Kenya from USA: 3 Easy Steps
Follow this simple format to connect to any landline or mobile in Kenya.
USA Exit Code
Dial 011.
This signals you are making an international call from the US.
(On mobiles, hold '0' to get '+')
Kenya Code (+254)
Dial 254.
This routes your call specifically to Kenya.
Number
Dial the Area Code + Number.
Drop the leading '0'Example: 0722... becomes 722...
Dialing Examples
Kenya Area Codes & Mobile Prefixes
Essential codes for major cities and mobile networks.
Major Cities (Landlines)
- Nairobi20
- Mombasa41
- Kisumu57
- Nakuru51
- Eldoret53
- Nyeri61
- Malindi42
Mobile Networks
- Safaricom7xx
- Airtel73x
- Telkom77x
*Mobile prefixes vary, but generally start with 7 or 1 after the country code.
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Calling Kenya from the USA using AT&T, Verizon, or T-Mobile can cost upwards of $2.00/minute. StartACall uses VoIP technology to bypass these fees, allowing you to call Safaricom and Airtel numbers for pennies.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the country code for Kenya?
The country code for Kenya is +254. You dial this after the US exit code (011) or by using the '+' symbol on mobile/VoIP.
Do I drop the zero when calling Kenya?
Yes. If the local number is 0722 123 456, you should dial +254 722 123 456. You drop the leading zero.
Can I call M-Pesa numbers?
Yes, M-Pesa numbers are standard Safaricom mobile numbers. You can call them just like any other mobile number using StartACall.
What is the time difference between USA and Kenya?
Kenya is in East Africa Time (EAT), which is GMT+3. Kenya is typically 7-8 hours ahead of New York (EST), depending on Daylight Savings.
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