A Burkina Faso number gives your business a local presence with country code +226. Burkina Faso has no trunk prefix, so a number is dialled the same way nationally, and from abroad callers simply add +226 in front.
Number types in Burkina Faso
- Local numbersGeographic numbers with a city or regional area code. Customers see a familiar local number and call you at local rates.
- Mobile numbersNumbers from mobile ranges, for services that need a mobile-looking number. SMS capability depends on the range.
Local numbers by city
- Ouagadougou 25
- Bobo-Dioulasso 20
- Koudougou 25
- Ouahigouya 24
- Kaya 20
- Banfora 20
- Dédougou 20
- Tenkodogo 24
- Djibo 24
- Gaoua 20
- Yako 24
- Orodara 20
- Kantchari 24
Burkina Faso numbering at a glance
| Country code | +226 |
|---|---|
| Trunk prefix | None |
| International call prefix | 00 |
| Geographic number length | 8 digits after the country code |
| Mobile number length | 8 digits |
| Example landline format | +226 20 49 12 34 |
| Number types in the plan | Local and mobile |
| Capital | Ouagadougou |
| Official languages | French, Mossi |
| Currency | XOF |
| Time zone | Africa/Ouagadougou |
What you get with every Burkina Faso number
- Delivery to your SIP trunk, IP-PBX, Microsoft Teams (Direct Routing), softphone or any mobile number
- Time-of-day routing, failover destinations and simultaneous ring
- Real-time call records and usage in the customer portal
- Number porting in and out, where the Burkina Faso regulator allows it
Requirements for Burkina Faso numbers
Some Burkina Faso number ranges require proof of a business or residential address, or company registration documents. You will see exactly what is needed for the number you choose before you pay, and you can upload documents in the portal. How verification works.
Frequently asked questions
Can I get a Burkina Faso number if my business is based elsewhere?
Often, yes. Many Burkina Faso ranges are available to international businesses; others need a local address. The requirement is shown on each number before checkout.
How do people abroad call a Burkina Faso number?
They dial their international access code (or + on a mobile), then 226, then the number. For example: +226 20 49 12 34.
Can I move my existing Burkina Faso number to you?
In most cases, yes. Contact sales with the number and current provider and we will confirm portability and timing.
Which Burkina Faso cities can I get a local number in?
We list local area codes for 13 Burkina Faso cities and regions, including Ouagadougou, Bobo-Dioulasso, Koudougou, Ouahigouya, Kaya and Banfora. Live stock is shown on each city page.