Ghana country code (+233) — formats & examples
Use +233 to call Ghana. See number formats, common mistakes, and plan the best time to call.
Dialing information
- Country code+233
- LanguagesEnglish, Akan
- Time zonesAfrica/Accra
- Phonecall rate$0.81/min
Landline $0.81/minMobile $0.81/min
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Place a callCalling format
- Country code+233
- Mobile format pattern+233 XX XXX XXXX
- Landline format pattern+233 XX XXXX XXXX
- NotesOmit leading 0 when using country code; include area code where applicable.
Valid number patterns
Valid mobile number pattern
+233 XX XXX XXXX
e.g. +233 23 123 4567
Valid landline number pattern
+233 XX XXXX XXXX
Common dialing mistakes for Ghana
- Forgetting to dial +233 before the local number - international calls to Ghana require the country code.
- Keeping the leading zero when dialing from abroad - drop the leading 0 after the country code +233.
- Mixing up mobile and landline formats - Ghana numbers differ in length and structure; check the pattern before dialing.
- Calling without checking local time - Ghana spans multiple time zones; confirm the recipient's local time.
- Omitting the country code when calling from another country - always use +233 for Ghana.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about calling Ghana with the +233 country code.
- Which time zones does Ghana use?
- Ghana has the following time zones: Africa/Accra. Make sure to check local time before placing your call.
- Do I need to install an app to call Ghana?
- No app download is necessary. You can call numbers in Ghana directly from your browser using Phonecall. Just enter the Ghana phone number (+233) to get started.
- What is an example of a mobile or landline number in Ghana?
- A typical mobile number format is: +233 123456789. A landline number might look like: +233 12345678. Omit any leading 0.
- How much does it cost to call Ghana?
- Calling Ghana with Phonecall starts from $0.81/min for landlines and $0.81/min for mobile numbers. We show the rate before you dial.
- What is the calling code for Ghana?
- The calling code for Ghana is +233. To call, start with the international access code, then dial +233 followed by the local number.
- What languages are spoken in Ghana?
- In Ghana, the main languages spoken are English, Akan.
Call planning
Check local time in Ghana and your location so you call at a good time.
Time zones in Ghana
Africa/Accra
Best times to call are typically 9 AM – 5 PM local time in Ghana. Avoid calling during early morning (before 8 AM) or late evening (after 9 PM) local time.