Call Nigeria
Call from anywhere in the world. No app needed.
Mobile
$0.72
per minute
Landline
$0.72
per minute
Rates last updated March 2026
Save up to 71% on calls to Nigeria
Compare per-minute rates from major US carriers
| Provider | Plan | Rate /min | You save |
|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | AT&T International Day Pass | $2.50 | 71% |
| Verizon | Verizon International Plan | $2.49 | 71% |
| T-Mobile | T-Mobile Stateside International | $0.25 | -- |
| Callana | Pay as you go | $0.72 | Best price |
How to call Nigeria
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 +234, then the local number.
Area codes for major cities
Lagos
+234-1
Abuja
+234-9
Port Harcourt
+234-84
Kano
+234-64
About Nigeria
Capital
Abuja
Timezone
West Africa Time
UTC +01:00
Currency
Nigerian Naira
NGN
Population
220M
Languages
English, Hausa, Yoruba, Igbo
Country code
+234
Connection quality
Good
Mobile prevalence
High
Best time to call
9 AM – 9 PM local time
West Africa Time (UTC +01:00)
Calling tips
Nigerian mobile numbers start with 070, 080, 081, 090, or 091. Drop the leading 0 internationally.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to call Nigeria?
With Callana, calls to Nigeria cost $0.72/min to mobile phones and $0.72/min to landlines. No subscription or app download required.
How do I call Nigeria?
The easiest way is to use Callana in your browser — select Nigeria 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 Nigeria?
No. Callana works directly in your browser — no app download needed. Just open web.callana.app, add credit, and start calling Nigeria immediately.
What is the country code for Nigeria?
The international dialing code for Nigeria is +234.
What is the best time to call Nigeria?
Nigeria is in the Africa/Lagos timezone (UTC +01:00). 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 Nigeria?
Call quality to Nigeria is rated as good. Callana uses premium voice routes to ensure clear, reliable connections.
What are the area codes for major cities in Nigeria?
Major city area codes in Nigeria: Lagos (1), Abuja (9), Port Harcourt (84), Kano (64). When using Callana, you can dial the full number including the area code and we route it automatically.