Angola Country Code +244
The country calling code for Angola is +244. Angolan phone numbers are usually 9 digits long and use a trunk prefix 0 inside the country. This page explains how those numbers are structured, how to dial Angola from abroad, and what to watch out for when working with Angolan contacts in your CRM or telecom system.
Angola is a Portuguese-speaking country on the southwest coast of Africa, with its capital in Luanda. Many international calls are related to oil & gas, mining, logistics and construction, but you’ll also see +244 on calls from banks, government offices and retailers in fast-growing urban centres such as Luanda, Benguela and Huambo.
Angola at a glance for callers
Where you’ll see +244 in practice
The prefix +244 is allocated exclusively to Angola. In real life you will commonly see it on:
- Emails and quotes from oil & gas service companies operating out of Luanda, Soyo or Cabinda.
- Logistics, shipping and port operators using numbers in Luanda, Lobito or Namibe.
- Retailers, universities and government departments handling cross-border payments and visas.
Because of Angola’s strong ties with Portugal, Brazil and China, you may see +244 alongside Portuguese, English and sometimes Chinese contact numbers on corporate materials.
Mobile usage & channels
- Mobile adoption is high, and mobile numbers dominate over fixed lines outside core business districts.
- Major operators include Unitel and Movicel, with mobile prefixes such as 91, 923 and 93.
- WhatsApp and similar apps are widely used for day-to-day communication and customer support.
- Corporate contacts often share both a fixed office line and one or more mobile/WhatsApp numbers.
For B2B workflows, it’s worth capturing at least one mobile number per contact if you need reliable follow-up beyond office hours.
Angola phone number structure (+244)
Angola uses a 9-digit closed dialing plan. National numbers (NSN) are 9 digits long, dialed with a trunk prefix 0 inside Angola, and prefixed by +244 from abroad.
Fixed-line (landline) numbers
Fixed lines start with the digit 2, followed by an area segment and then operator / subscriber digits. In simplified form, you will typically see them written as:
From abroad: +244 AA XXX XXX
- AA represents a 2–3 digit area block derived from the national plan.
- Subscriber blocks are grouped 3–3 or 3–2–2 for readability, but still total 9 digits including the area portion.
- Real-world examples often appear as +244 222 123 456 (Luanda) or +244 272 123 456 (Benguela-area patterns).
The official plan is managed by the regulator INACOM and includes detailed area and operator codes; for most business use-cases it’s enough to treat landlines as 9 digits beginning with 2.
Number plan snapshot
- Country code
- +244
- International prefix
- 00
- Trunk prefix
- 0
- NSN length
- 9 digits
- Landline leading digit
- 2
- Mobile leading prefixes
- 91, 923, 93…
A simple E.164 regex for standard numbers is ^\+244[1-9][0-9]{8}$, with additional rules if you want to distinguish landline vs mobile.
Selected fixed-line area codes
| Area / City | Code (plan) | Typical international format |
|---|---|---|
| Luanda | 2xx | +244 2xx xxx xxx |
| Cabinda | 31 / 321 | +244 31x xxx xxx |
| Huambo | 41 | +244 41x xxx xxx |
| Benguela / Lobito | 72 / 722 | +244 72x xxx xxx |
| Lubango | 612 | +244 612 xxx xxx |
The full plan includes more granular codes (for example Soyo, Caxito, Sumbe). For most business apps, grouping everything under “+244 2xx…” as landline is sufficient.
Mobile numbers & operators
Mobile numbers in Angola have no geographic area. They begin with an operator prefix and still total 9 national digits:
From abroad: +244 Mxx xxx xxx
- Unitel and Movicel are the main mobile operators.
- Common mobile prefixes include ranges such as 91, 923 and 93, followed by 7 more digits.
- From abroad, always drop the leading 0: 091x xxx xxx → +244 91x xxx xxx.
- Number portability exists, so prefixes are indicative but not a guaranteed carrier tag.
For fraud-detection or marketing segmentation, you can treat any +244 number starting with 9x as mobile, and 2x / 3x / 4x as fixed or special ranges, then tune from live data.
How to dial phone numbers in Angola
Inside Angola you dial the full 9-digit number with a leading 0. From abroad you remove that 0 and add the country code +244.
Calling Angola from another country
- Dial your country’s international exit code (e.g. 00 from most of Europe, 011 from the US and Canada).
- Dial 244 – Angola’s country code.
- Dial the 9-digit national number without the leading 0.
If a Luanda office number is shown as 0222 123 456 locally, you would dial +244 222 123 456 from abroad.
Dialing within Angola
Inside Angola all standard numbers are dialed with 9 digits including the trunk prefix 0:
- Landline to landline (different area): 0AA XXX XXX (e.g. 0222 123 456).
- Landline to mobile: 09xx xxx xxx depending on the mobile prefix.
- Mobile to mobile / landline: also uses the full 9 digits, including the trunk 0.
- International from Angola: use 00 + country code + number (e.g. 00 351 21 xxx xxxx to call Portugal).
Some corporate PBXs require an extra digit (like 9) before the outside number; if you’re on-site, follow any printed dial-out instructions.
Time in Angola (West Africa Time, UTC+1)
All of Angola observes West Africa Time (WAT), which is UTC+1. There is no daylight saving time, so the offset stays the same throughout the year.
Time zone overview
| Zone | Abbreviation | UTC offset | Applies |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Africa Time | WAT | UTC+1 | All regions, all year |
For scheduling and monitoring, you can safely treat Africa/Luanda as a fixed UTC+1 zone with no seasonal clock changes.
Time difference tips
- Central Europe (CET/CEST): often the same time as Angola in winter, 1 hour ahead in summer depending on DST.
- UK & Ireland: usually 1 hour behind Angola (London 09:00 → Luanda 10:00).
- US East Coast: generally 5–6 hours behind (New York morning → Luanda afternoon).
- Gulf region (UTC+4): typically 3 hours ahead of Luanda.
For B2B calls, a safe overlap window with Europe is 09:00–16:00 Luanda time; with North America, consider Luanda mid-afternoon.
Emergency numbers in Angola
Key short codes
Angola uses several different short codes for emergency services. The combinations you’ll see most frequently are:
- Police (emergency hotline): 113
- Ambulance / medical: 112 or 116
- Fire department: 115
Some older sources still mention 110 and 118; newer references tend to list 113 / 112 / 115 / 116. If local authorities or your hotel give you different numbers, follow their latest guidance.
Practical safety & calling tips
• Language: Portuguese is the main language on emergency lines; English or French may be limited outside Luanda.
• Mobile coverage: in remote areas coverage can be patchy; if you are travelling inland, keep local contacts and vehicle support numbers stored as well.
• International callers: if you are outside Angola and concerned about someone in-country, contact your embassy or consulate desk; emergency short codes are meant for callers located in Angola.
Always check updated numbers with local partners, hotels or security providers, especially for remote work sites.
Example: calling +244 numbers from abroad
These examples show realistic international dialing sequences. Replace the sample digits with your actual Angolan contact.
Portugal → Luanda (landline)
00 244 222 123 456
00 (Portugal exit) + 244 (Angola) + 222 123 456 (Luanda landline).
Brazil → Angola (mobile)
00 244 923 456 789
00 (international prefix chosen on your carrier) + 244 (Angola) + 923 456 789 (9-digit mobile).
United States → Luanda (mobile)
011 244 91x xxx xxx
011 (US exit) + 244 (Angola) + 91x xxx xxx (mobile prefix 91 with 7-digit subscriber).
FAQ: Angola country code & dialing patterns
Is +244 used by any country other than Angola? +
No. The country calling code +244 is reserved exclusively for Angola. If you see a number starting with +244, it should be part of the Angolan numbering plan, even if the call is being forwarded internationally.
How should I store Angolan numbers in my database? +
The safest option is to store numbers in E.164 format: a leading plus sign, followed by 244, followed by the 9-digit national number with no spaces or 0.
- Local landline 0222 123 456 → +244222123456
- Local mobile 0913 456 789 → +244913456789
This format works well for click-to-call apps, WhatsApp links and fraud-screening rules.
Do Angola numbers always have 9 digits? +
For normal landlines and mobiles, yes – 9 digits is standard. Short codes like emergency numbers (112, 113, 115, 116) are only 3 digits, and some corporate or service ranges may use different patterns. In most commercial applications, you can treat any +244 number with 9 digits after the country code as a regular subscriber line.
Is Angola’s telecom network reliable for business calls? +
In Luanda and other major cities, fixed and mobile networks are generally good enough for everyday voice calls and messaging, and mobile data coverage is improving. In remote or inland regions, coverage can be weaker and power cuts more frequent, so companies often rely on a mix of mobile, satellite and IP-based tools.
If you are running critical operations (for example remote monitoring), it’s wise to have multiple contact channels and backup numbers for key sites.
Are calls or texts from +244 likely to be scams? +
Most +244 communications are legitimate, but as with any international code, scammers can spoof or use Angolan numbers too. Be cautious if you receive:
- Short “missed calls” from +244 that try to get you to call back a premium number.
- Unexpected requests for payments, PINs or verification codes by phone or SMS.
Verify sensitive requests using official contact details from websites or contracts, not only the number shown on your screen.
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