Call Eritrea
Call from anywhere in the world. No app needed.
Mobile
$0.69
per minute
Landline
$0.67
per minute
Rates last updated March 2026
How to call Eritrea
Call with Callana
Enter the number with the country code. No exit codes or international prefixes needed.
From a regular phone
Dial your country's exit code, then the country code +291, then the local number.
Area codes for major cities
Asmara
+291-1
About Eritrea
Capital
Asmara
Timezone
East Africa Time
UTC +03:00
Currency
Eritrean Nakfa
ERN
Population
3.6M
Languages
Tigrinya, Arabic, English
Country code
+291
Connection quality
Fair
Mobile prevalence
Low
Best time to call
9 AM – 9 PM local time
East Africa Time (UTC +03:00)
Calling tips
Eritrea has limited mobile coverage. Numbers are 7 digits.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to call Eritrea?
With Callana, calls to Eritrea cost $0.69/min to mobile phones and $0.67/min to landlines. No subscription or app download required.
How do I call Eritrea?
The easiest way is to use Callana in your browser — select Eritrea from the dropdown menu, enter the local number, and we connect you instantly. No exit codes or international prefixes needed, and you can call from any country.
Do I need an app to call Eritrea?
No. Callana works directly in your browser — no app download needed. Just open web.callana.app, add credit, and start calling Eritrea immediately.
What is the country code for Eritrea?
The international dialing code for Eritrea is +291.
What is the best time to call Eritrea?
Eritrea is in the Africa/Asmara timezone (UTC +03:00). Business hours are typically 9 AM to 6 PM local time. Callana is available 24/7 so you can call anytime.
Is the call quality good to Eritrea?
Call quality to Eritrea is rated as fair. Callana uses premium voice routes to ensure clear, reliable connections.
What are the area codes for major cities in Eritrea?
Major city area codes in Eritrea: Asmara (1). When using Callana, you can dial the full number including the area code and we route it automatically.