Country calling codes · zone 2: Africa & a few Atlantic islands
Uganda Country Code
+256
The country code for Uganda is +256. To call Uganda from abroad, dial your international exit code, then 256, then the local number without its leading zero.
+256
International calling code
.ug
Internet domain
UG / UGA
ISO country codes
UTC+3
Time zone (Kampala)
How to call Uganda from abroad
From a mobile phone
+ 256 123 456 789
Works from any country: hold 0 for “+”.
From the US or Canada
011 256 123 456 789
011 is the North American exit code.
From the UK, EU and most countries
00 256 123 456 789
00 is the most common exit code.
From Australia
0011 256 123 456 789
Australia uses 0011 as its exit code.
Drop the leading 0 of the local number (the trunk prefix) when you dial from abroad. The example number 123 456 789 is illustrative.
Calling codes of neighbouring countries
DR Congo — +243
Kenya — +254
South Sudan — +211
Tanzania — +255
Rwanda — +250Frequently asked questions
What is the country code for Uganda?
The international calling code for Uganda is +256.
How do I call Uganda from the United States?
Dial 011 256 followed by the local number (drop any leading 0). From a mobile phone you can simply dial +256 and the number.
How do I call Uganda from the UK or Europe?
Dial 00 256 and the local number without its leading 0 — or +256 from a mobile.
What is the internet domain of Uganda?
The country-code top-level domain is .ug.
What time is it in Uganda?
Uganda (Kampala) is on UTC+3 — check the local time before you call.