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Central African Republic Country Code +236
+236 is the international calling code for the Central African Republic. Most phone numbers there have 8 digits, written 70 01 23 45 inside the Central African Republic and +236 70 01 23 45 from abroad. Below: how to dial it, its area codes, networks and time zones.
Phone numbers in the Central African Republic at a glance
- Country calling code
- +236
- International dialing prefix
- 00 (or +)
- Trunk prefix (calls inside the country)
- None
- Number length
- 8 digits
- Example mobile, from abroad
- +236 70 01 23 45
- Same number, inside the country
- 70 01 23 45
- Time zone
- West Africa Standard Time (Africa/Bangui)
- Capital
- Bangui
- Languages
- French and Sango
- Currency
- XAF
- ISO country code
- CF
How to call the Central African Republic
From another country
- Dial your country's exit code, or press + on a mobile.
- Dial the country code 236.
- Dial the number.
+236 70 01 23 45
From inside the Central African Republic
Dial the number as it is written. The country code is not needed.
70 01 23 45
To call out of the Central African Republic, start with 00 (or +).
Types of phone number in the Central African Republic
The numbering plan reserves ranges for landline, mobile and premium rate numbers. Mobile numbers have 8 digits. What each line type means.
Area codes in the Central African Republic
The one area code of the Central African Republic, and how to dial it.
| Dial inside | From abroad | Place |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | +236 2 | Bangui |
Networks with number ranges in the Central African Republic
These networks were first allocated number ranges in the Central African Republic, the ones with the most ranges first. Numbers can be moved between networks, so a number may no longer be with the network it started on.
- Orange
- Telecel
- A-Cell
- Nationlink
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Phone numbers in the Central African Republic: frequently asked questions
What is the country code for the Central African Republic?
The country calling code for the Central African Republic is +236. Put it in front of the number when you call the Central African Republic from another country.
How do I call the Central African Republic from abroad?
Dial your country's international access code (or press + on a mobile phone), then 236, then the number. For example, 70 01 23 45 inside the Central African Republic is dialled as +236 70 01 23 45 from abroad.
How many digits does a phone number in the Central African Republic have?
Most phone numbers in the Central African Republic have 8 digits after the country code.
What is the international dialing prefix in the Central African Republic?
To call another country from the Central African Republic, dial 00, then the country code you are calling, then the number. On a mobile phone you can press + instead of 00.
What are the area codes in the Central African Republic?
The Central African Republic has one area code. It is dialled 2 inside the country and +236 2 from abroad, and covers Bangui.
Which mobile networks have phone numbers in the Central African Republic?
Number ranges in the Central African Republic were first allocated to networks including Orange, Telecel, A-Cell and Nationlink. People can move their number to another network, so the one a number started on may not be the one it uses today.
What time zone is the Central African Republic in?
The Central African Republic is on West Africa Standard Time. A phone number carries no time information, so check the time there before you call.
Can I look up a phone number from the Central African Republic?
Yes. Enter any number with +236, or choose Central African Republic as the country, in the free phone number lookup. It shows the line type (mobile, landline, VoIP, toll-free), the place and network it was issued to, its time zone and every format of the number.