A Ethiopia number gives your business a local presence with country code +251. Inside Ethiopia, callers dial the trunk prefix 0 before the area code. From abroad, callers dial +251 and drop the 0.
Number types in Ethiopia
- 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
- Addis Ababa 011
- Awassa I 046
- Dire Dawa I 025
- Ejaji 057
- Gonder 058
- Jimma I 047
- Kabe 033
- Mekele I 034
- Nazreth I 022
Ethiopia numbering at a glance
| Country code | +251 |
|---|---|
| Trunk prefix | 0 |
| International call prefix | 00 |
| Geographic number length | 9 digits after the country code |
| Mobile number length | 9 digits |
| Example landline format | +251 11 111 2345 |
| Number types in the plan | Local and mobile |
| Capital | Addis Ababa |
| Official languages | Amharic, English, Oromo |
| Currency | ETB |
| Time zone | Africa/Addis Ababa |
What you get with every Ethiopia 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 Ethiopia regulator allows it
Requirements for Ethiopia numbers
Some Ethiopia 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 Ethiopia number if my business is based elsewhere?
Often, yes. Many Ethiopia 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 Ethiopia number?
They dial their international access code (or + on a mobile), then 251, then the number without the leading 0. For example: +251 11 111 2345.
Can I move my existing Ethiopia number to you?
In most cases, yes. Contact sales with the number and current provider and we will confirm portability and timing.
Which Ethiopia cities can I get a local number in?
We list local area codes for 9 Ethiopia cities and regions, including Addis Ababa, Awassa I, Dire Dawa I, Ejaji, Gonder and Jimma I. Live stock is shown on each city page.