A Western Sahara number gives your business a local presence with country code +212. Inside Western Sahara, callers dial the trunk prefix 0 before the area code. From abroad, callers dial +212 and drop the 0.
Number types in Western Sahara
- 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.
- Toll-free numbersFree for your callers from most networks. You cover the inbound cost, which lowers the barrier for sales and support calls.
Toll-free prefixes
Western Sahara numbering at a glance
| Country code | +212 |
|---|---|
| Trunk prefix | 0 |
| International call prefix | 00 |
| Geographic number length | 9 digits after the country code |
| Mobile number length | 9 digits |
| Example landline format | +212 5 28 81 23 45 |
| Number types in the plan | Local, mobile and toll-free |
| Capital | El-Aaiun |
| Official languages | Arabic |
| Currency | MAD |
| Time zone | Atlantic/Canary |
What you get with every Western Sahara 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 Western Sahara regulator allows it
Requirements for Western Sahara numbers
Some Western Sahara 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 Western Sahara number if my business is based elsewhere?
Often, yes. Many Western Sahara 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 Western Sahara number?
They dial their international access code (or + on a mobile), then 212, then the number without the leading 0. For example: +212 5 28 81 23 45.
Can I move my existing Western Sahara number to you?
In most cases, yes. Contact sales with the number and current provider and we will confirm portability and timing.