A Djibouti number gives your business a local presence with country code +253. Djibouti has no trunk prefix, so a number is dialled the same way nationally, and from abroad callers simply add +253 in front.
Number types in Djibouti
- 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.
Djibouti numbering at a glance
| Country code | +253 |
|---|---|
| Trunk prefix | None |
| International call prefix | 00 |
| Geographic number length | 8 digits after the country code |
| Mobile number length | 8 digits |
| Example landline format | +253 21 36 00 03 |
| Number types in the plan | Local and mobile |
| Capital | Djibouti |
| Official languages | French, Arabic, Somali |
| Currency | DJF |
| Time zone | Africa/Djibouti |
What you get with every Djibouti 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 Djibouti regulator allows it
Requirements for Djibouti numbers
Some Djibouti 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 Djibouti number if my business is based elsewhere?
Often, yes. Many Djibouti 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 Djibouti number?
They dial their international access code (or + on a mobile), then 253, then the number. For example: +253 21 36 00 03.
Can I move my existing Djibouti number to you?
In most cases, yes. Contact sales with the number and current provider and we will confirm portability and timing.