Zambia International
Code is +260
Connecting to Lusaka, Ndola, or Livingstone? The country code for Zambia is +260. Make high-quality calls to any Zambian mobile or landline directly from your browser, bypassing expensive roaming charges.
How to Call Zambia Step-by-Step
Follow these simple steps to connect to any landline or mobile in Zambia.
Exit Code
Dial your country's exit code.
011 (USA/Canada)
00 (UK/Europe)
(Or just hold 0 to get + on mobile)
Zambia Code (+260)
Dial +260. This routes your call to the Zambian telecom network.
Area Code & Number
Dial the city code or mobile prefix.Important: Drop the leading zero!
The "Drop the Zero" Rule
Zambian area codes and mobile prefixes start with '0' (e.g., 0211 for Lusaka, 097 for Airtel). When calling from abroad, you must remove this zero.
Zambia City Codes
Use these area codes for landline calls. Remember to drop the '0' when dialing internationally.
| City | Region | Area Code |
|---|---|---|
| Lusaka | Lusaka Province | 0211 |
| Ndola | Copperbelt | 0212 |
| Kitwe | Copperbelt | 0212 |
| Livingstone | Southern | 0213 |
| Choma | Southern | 0213 |
| City | Region | Area Code |
|---|---|---|
| Kabwe | Central | 0215 |
| Chipata | Eastern | 0216 |
| Mongu | Western | 0217 |
| Solwezi | North-Western | 0218 |
| Kasama | Northern | 0214 |
Zambia Mobile Prefixes
Identify the carrier by the prefix. Dial +260 followed by these numbers (dropping the first 0).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the country code for Zambia?
The country calling code for Zambia is +260. You must dial this after your country's exit code (011 for US, 00 for Europe) and before the area code.
How do I call a mobile number in Zambia?
Zambian mobile numbers are 10 digits long and start with 09 or 07 (e.g., 097, 096). When calling from abroad, drop the leading '0'. Dial +260 followed by the 9-digit mobile number (e.g., +260 97 123 4567).
What are the area codes for major cities?
Lusaka is 0211, Ndola and Kitwe are 0212, and Livingstone is 0213. Remember to remove the '0' when dialing internationally (e.g., +260 211... for Lusaka).
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