How do I call Ethiopia from the United States?

From the US, dial 011, then +251, then the Ethiopia number. Alternatively, open Localcall in your browser and paste the number; no exit codes are needed.

How do I dial a Ethiopia mobile number?

Dial + or your exit code, then +251, then the mobile number without its leading 0. Localcall detects mobile numbers and shows the rate before you connect.

What is the cheapest way to call Ethiopia?

Browser calling with Localcall starts from $1.29/min, usually cheaper than calling cards or carrier roaming. Enjoy no subscription and pay-as-you-go credits.

How many digits is a Ethiopia phone number?

A Ethiopia number has 6–12 digits after the +251 country code, depending on the city or carrier. Enter it in full international format and Localcall validates it before you dial.

Can I use live translation on calls to Ethiopia?

Yes, simply switch on live translation for any call to Ethiopia. Each party hears the other in their own language, in near real time. Translation is billed per minute, in addition to the plain call rate.

Dialing guide

How to call Ethiopia

Everything you need to dial Ethiopia (+251) from any country: the exit code, the country code, the number format, and the cheapest way to connect.

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The Ethiopia dialing format

1Exit code

Your country's international exit code (or just + on a mobile).

2Country code

+251

+251 for Ethiopia.

3Local number

•••• ••••

The local number, without its leading 0.

Worked example

A Ethiopia number dialed from abroad looks like this:

+251 followed by the local Ethiopia number.

International exit codes

The exit code depends on where you are calling from. On a mobile, dialing + works everywhere.

Calling from	Exit code
Any mobile (worldwide)	+ +251
United States & Canada	011 +251
Most of Europe	00 +251
Australia	0011 +251
Japan	010 +251

Call Ethiopia step by step

Dial your exit code or +

On a mobile, press and hold 0 to enter '+'. From a landline, dial your country's exit code; for example, use 011 in the US or 00 across most of Europe.

Enter the country code +251

Add +251, the country code for Ethiopia, straight after the exit code or +.

Add the local number

Dial the recipient's Ethiopia number, dropping any leading 0.

Or just use Localcall

Skip the codes entirely: simply paste the number into Localcall, and we will dial it from your browser with live translation.

Ethiopia phone number format

Ethiopia numbers have 6–12 digits after the country code +251.

Country code: +251
Local number: —

Localcall automatically detects mobile vs landline Ethiopia numbers and prices each correctly.

Route planning

Plan real calls to Ethiopia

Use Ethiopia language, local time, and call context before dialing a bank, airline, hotel, or support desk.

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Language and translation

Local languages: Amharic. Localcall can set the destination side to English when you need a translated conversation.

Time-window planning

Bank, airline, hotel, and support calls usually work best in destination business hours. Family calls often work better in the evening.

Bank calls in Ethiopia

Use live translation for identity checks, branch questions, and card-support calls. Keep payment details out of the call.

Prepare a bank call

Airline support

Call Ethiopia airline desks during destination business hours for bookings, baggage, and schedule changes.

Plan an airline call

Hotel front desk

Use an AI agent for routine hotel calls like confirming a reservation, arrival time, or front-desk request.

Open hotel agent

Support desks

For utility, clinic, travel, and customer-support numbers, start with the local business-hours window.

Call support abroad

Curated routes involving Ethiopia

Route pages combine origin-specific dialing, best-time planning, rates, and call-mode CTAs.

Origin-specific corridor guides are not part of the current search inventory. Use the destination guide and current rates above.

The cheapest way to call Ethiopia

Skip pricey calling cards and carrier roaming. Browser calls to Ethiopia start from $1.29/min with Localcall; pay only for the minutes you talk, with no app and no subscription.

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Frequently asked questions about calling Ethiopia

The country code for Ethiopia is +251. Dial your international exit code (or + on a mobile), then +251, then the local number.