Kenya Calling Code
is +254
Need to call Nairobi, Mombasa, or a Safaricom mobile? The country code for Kenya is +254. Connect instantly to any Kenyan mobile or landline directly from your browser.
How to Call Kenya Step-by-Step
Calling Kenya is straightforward, but remember to drop the leading zero from the area code or mobile prefix.
Exit Code
Dial the exit code for your country.
011 for USA/Canada.
00 for UK/Europe.
(Or just use + on mobile/VoIP)
Kenya Code (+254)
Dial +254. This connects your call to the Kenyan telephone network.
Area Code & Number
Dial the city code or mobile prefix followed by the number.
Important: Drop the leading zero!
The "Drop the Zero" Rule
In Kenya, local numbers start with '0' (e.g., 0722 for Safaricom or 020 for Nairobi). When calling from abroad, you must remove this leading zero.
Major Kenya Area Codes
Common area codes for major cities and regions in Kenya.
| City | Region | Area Code |
|---|---|---|
| Nairobi | Nairobi County | 20 |
| Mombasa | Coast | 41 |
| Kisumu | Nyanza | 57 |
| Nakuru | Rift Valley | 51 |
| Eldoret | Rift Valley | 53 |
| City | Region | Area Code |
|---|---|---|
| Thika | Central | 67 |
| Malindi | Coast | 42 |
| Machakos | Eastern | 44 |
| Nyeri | Central | 61 |
| Kakamega | Western | 56 |
Kenya Mobile Network Prefixes
Identify the carrier by the first few digits. Note the new 01xx series.
Safaricom
070x, 071x, 072x, 079x, 011x
Airtel
073x, 075x, 078x, 010x
Telkom
077x
Equitel
0763, 0764
Faiba 4G
0747
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the country code for Kenya?
The country calling code for Kenya is +254. You must dial this after your country's exit code (011 for US, 00 for Europe) and before the area code.
Do I dial the zero when calling Kenya?
No! This is the most common mistake. Kenyan numbers locally start with '0' (e.g., 0722...), but when calling from abroad, you must drop this leading zero. Dial +254 722... instead.
What are the Safaricom mobile prefixes?
Safaricom numbers typically start with 070, 071, 072, 079, 0740-43, 0745-46, 0757-59, 0768-69. They also have the new 0110-0115 series.
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