A Nigeria number gives your business a local presence with country code +234. Inside Nigeria, callers dial the trunk prefix 0 before the area code. From abroad, callers dial +234 and drop the 0.
Number types in Nigeria
- Local numbersGeographic numbers with a city or regional area code. Customers see a familiar local number and call you at local rates.
- National numbersNon-geographic numbers that work nationwide without tying you to one city — ideal for a single number across the whole country.
- Mobile numbersNumbers from mobile ranges, for services that need a mobile-looking number. SMS capability depends on the range.
- Toll-free numbersFree for your callers from most networks. You cover the inbound cost, which lowers the barrier for sales and support calls.
Local numbers by city
- Lagos 0201
- Kano 02064
- Ibadan 0202
- Abuja 0209
- Port Harcourt 02084
- Kaduna 02062
- Benin 02052
- Onitsha 02046
- Aba 02082
- Maiduguri 02076
- Ilorin 02031
- Jos 02073
- Sokoto 02060
- Zaria 02069
- Warri 02053
- Oyo 02038
- Abeokuta 02039
- Akure 02034
- Bauchi 02077
- Katsina 02065
- Osogbo 02035
- Gombe 02072
- Ile Ife 02036
- Owerri 02083
- Calabar 02087
National prefixes
Toll-free prefixes
Nigeria numbering at a glance
| Country code | +234 |
|---|---|
| Trunk prefix | 0 |
| International call prefix | 009 |
| Geographic number length | 10 digits after the country code |
| Mobile number length | 10 digits |
| Example landline format | +234 2033 12 3456 |
| Number types in the plan | Local, national, mobile and toll-free |
| Capital | Abuja |
| Official languages | English, Hausa, Yoruba |
| Currency | NGN |
| Time zone | Africa/Lagos |
What you get with every Nigeria 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 Nigeria regulator allows it
Requirements for Nigeria numbers
Some Nigeria 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 Nigeria number if my business is based elsewhere?
Often, yes. Many Nigeria 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 Nigeria number?
They dial their international access code (or + on a mobile), then 234, then the number without the leading 0. For example: +234 2033 12 3456.
Can I move my existing Nigeria number to you?
In most cases, yes. Contact sales with the number and current provider and we will confirm portability and timing.
Which Nigeria cities can I get a local number in?
We list local area codes for 25 Nigeria cities and regions, including Lagos, Kano, Ibadan, Abuja, Port Harcourt and Kaduna. Live stock is shown on each city page.