Burkina Faso country code (+226) — formats & examples
Use +226 to call Burkina Faso. See number formats, common mistakes, and plan the best time to call.
Calling format
- Country code+226
- Mobile format pattern+226 XX XX XX XX
- Landline format pattern+226 XX XXXX XXXX
- NotesOmit leading 0 when using country code; include area code where applicable.
Valid number patterns
Valid mobile number pattern
+226 XX XX XX XX
e.g. +226 70 12 34 56
Valid landline number pattern
+226 XX XXXX XXXX
Dialing information
- Country code+226
- LanguagesFrench
- Time zonesAfrica/Ouagadougou
- Phonecall rate$1.09/min
Landline $1.19/minMobile $1.09/min
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Call Burkina Faso nowCommon dialing mistakes for Burkina Faso
- Forgetting to dial +226 before the local number - international calls to Burkina Faso require the country code.
- Keeping the leading zero when dialing from abroad - drop the leading 0 after the country code +226.
- Mixing up mobile and landline formats - Burkina Faso numbers differ in length and structure; check the pattern before dialing.
- Calling outside local business hours - check Burkina Faso's time zone to avoid very early or late calls.
- Omitting the country code when calling from another country - always use +226 for Burkina Faso.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about calling Burkina Faso with the +226 country code.
- Which time zones does Burkina Faso use?
- Burkina Faso has the following time zones: Africa/Ouagadougou. Make sure to check local time before placing your call.
- Do I need to install an app to call Burkina Faso?
- No app download is necessary. You can call numbers in Burkina Faso directly from your browser using Phonecall. Just enter the Burkina Faso phone number (+226) to get started.
- What is an example of a mobile or landline number in Burkina Faso?
- A typical mobile number format is: +226 123456789. A landline number might look like: +226 12345678. Omit any leading 0.
- How much does it cost to call Burkina Faso?
- Calling Burkina Faso with Phonecall starts from $1.19/min for landlines and $1.09/min for mobile numbers. We show the rate before you dial.
- What is the calling code for Burkina Faso?
- The calling code for Burkina Faso is +226. To call, start with the international access code, then dial +226 followed by the local number.
- What languages are spoken in Burkina Faso?
- In Burkina Faso, the main languages spoken are French.
Call planning
Check local time in Burkina Faso and your location so you call at a good time.
Time zones in Burkina Faso
Africa/Ouagadougou
Best times to call are typically 9 AM – 5 PM local time in Burkina Faso. Avoid calling during early morning (before 8 AM) or late evening (after 9 PM) local time.