Kenya Country Code: +254
Use this page to dial Kenya correctly: calling code +254, ISO codes (KE, KEN, 404), common phone number formats, key landline area codes (like Nairobi 20), and a live Kenya clock (EAT, UTC+3).
Kenya uses a 9-digit national number (NSN).
Common in shipping, billing, and APIs.
Kenya’s country-code top-level domain.
Domestic trunk prefix: 0
Kenya quick facts
Useful details for international dialing, forms, shipping, and data systems.
| Country | Kenya (Republic of Kenya) |
|---|---|
| Capital | Nairobi |
| Calling code | +254 |
| ISO codes | KE (alpha-2), KEN (alpha-3), 404 (numeric) |
| Time zone | EAT (UTC+3), no DST |
| International prefix (from Kenya) | 000 |
| Trunk prefix (domestic) | 0 |
| Internet TLD | .ke |
How to call Kenya
International dialing format: Exit code + 254 + 9-digit national number.
Step-by-step
- Dial your country’s international exit code (examples on the right).
- Dial 254 (Kenya country code).
- Dial the 9-digit national number (omit any leading 0).
Common exit codes
| From | Exit code |
|---|---|
| United States / Canada | 011 |
| United Kingdom | 00 |
| EU (most countries) | 00 |
| Australia | 0011 |
| India | 00 |
Build a dialing string
Enter a Kenya number in any common format: +254…, 254…, or domestic 0….
Phone number formats in Kenya
Kenya uses a 9-digit national significant number (NSN). Common domestic formats include a leading 0 (trunk prefix).
International (E.164-style)
- +254 7XX XXX XXX — mobile format example
- +254 20 XXX XXXX — Nairobi landline format example
- +254 41 XXX XXXX — Mombasa landline format example
When dialing from abroad, do not include the domestic trunk prefix 0.
Domestic (inside Kenya)
- 07XX XXX XXX — many mobile numbers
- 01XX XXX XXX — some mobile ranges
- 020 XXX XXXX — Nairobi landlines (area code 20)
Actual dialing can vary by operator and number type (mobile vs landline).
Major Kenya area codes (landlines)
For landlines, dial the area code after +254 (international) or after 0 (domestic). Here are common examples:
| City / Area | Area code | International example |
|---|---|---|
| Nairobi | 20 | +254 20 XXX XXXX |
| Mombasa | 41 | +254 41 XXX XXXX |
| Kisumu | 57 | +254 57 XXX XXXX |
| Nakuru | 51 | +254 51 XXX XXXX |
| Eldoret | 53 | +254 53 XXX XXXX |
Kenya time zone
Kenya uses Eastern Africa Time (EAT), which is UTC+3, and it does not observe daylight saving time.
Scheduling hint
For business calls to Kenya, many teams aim for 09:00–17:00 Kenya local time. If you work across continents, use the time tools above to avoid off-hours outreach.
- Kenya: UTC+3 (EAT)
- No daylight saving changes during the year
Validate a Kenya number
This quick check normalizes input and verifies a likely Kenya pattern: +254 + 9 digits.
For routing, billing, or compliance use official numbering plan data from telecom authorities.
FAQs
Do I need to drop the leading 0 when calling Kenya?
Yes. Many domestic Kenya numbers begin with a trunk prefix 0 (e.g., 07…). When calling internationally, remove that 0 and use +254.
What is the international dialing prefix from Kenya?
Calls from Kenya to other countries typically begin with 000, then the destination country code, then the number.
What’s the area code for Nairobi and Mombasa?
Nairobi’s area code is 20 and Mombasa’s is 41. Internationally, dial +254 20 or +254 41 before the local number.
Does Kenya observe daylight saving time?
No. Kenya stays on UTC+3 year-round.
Sources & references
Official and widely used references for Kenya codes, numbering, and time.
Fast country code lookup, ISO codes, and time tools for international calls and global operations.