Kenya Dialing Codes and Formats
Table of Contents
- Kenya Dialing Codes and Formats
- International Dialing from Kenya
- Dialing Landlines in Kenya
- Dialing Mobile Phones in Kenya
- Special Service Numbers in Kenya
- International Codes for Kenya
- Area Codes for Major Cities in Kenya
- Roaming and International Calls in Kenya
- Emergency Numbers in Kenya
- Tips for Efficient Dialing in Kenya
Country Calling Code:
Kenya’s country calling code is +254. This code must be dialed before any Kenyan phone number when making an international call.
Area Codes:
Kenya utilizes area codes for landline numbers, which vary depending on the region. For example, Nairobi’s area code is 020.
Mobile vs. Landline Dialing:
To dial a mobile phone in Kenya, start with a "0" followed by the 9-digit mobile number. For landlines, dial the area code (e.g., 020 for Nairobi) followed by the 7-digit landline number.
International Dialing from Kenya
Exit Code:
To make an international call from Kenya, dial the international exit code 00 followed by the country code, area code, and phone number.
Example: To call a number in the United States, dial: 00 + 1 + (area code) + (7-digit phone number)
Dialing Landlines in Kenya
Within Kenya:
To dial a landline number within Kenya, follow these steps:
- Dial the area code (e.g., 020 for Nairobi).
- Dial the 7-digit landline number.
Example: To call a landline in Nairobi with the number 1234567, dial: 020-1234567
Dialing Mobile Phones in Kenya
Within Kenya:
To dial a mobile phone number within Kenya, follow these steps:
- Dial the prefix "0".
- Dial the 9-digit mobile number.
Example: To call a mobile phone with the number 123456789, dial: 0-123456789
Special Service Numbers in Kenya
Emergency Numbers:
- Police: 999
- Ambulance: 999
- Fire Department: 999
Other Important Numbers:
- Directory Assistance: 118
- International Information: 190
International Codes for Kenya
Inbound International Calls:
To call a number in Kenya from abroad, dial:
- Country code: +254
- Area code (omit the leading "0")
- 7-digit landline number (for landlines)
- 9-digit mobile number (for mobile phones)
Outbound International Calls:
To call a number outside Kenya from within Kenya, dial:
- Exit code: 00
- Country code
- Area code
- Phone number
Area Codes for Major Cities in Kenya
City | Area Code |
---|---|
Nairobi | 020 |
Mombasa | 041 |
Kisumu | 057 |
Nakuru | 051 |
Eldoret | 053 |
Nyeri | 061 |
Meru | 064 |
Embu | 068 |
Nanyuki | 067 |
Kericho | 050 |
Roaming and International Calls in Kenya
Roaming:
Most major mobile operators offer roaming services in Kenya. To activate roaming, contact your home operator before traveling.
International Calls:
International calling rates vary depending on the operator and destination. Check with your operator for specific rates.
Emergency Numbers in Kenya
National Emergency Number:
- 999 (police, ambulance, fire department)
Other Important Numbers:
- Red Cross: 0722222999
- Disaster Management: 0777222666
Tips for Efficient Dialing in Kenya
- Always dial the correct country code and area code.
- For mobile numbers, dial the prefix "0" before the number.
- When calling from abroad, omit the leading "0" from the area code.
- Check with your operator for specific dialing instructions and international calling rates.