Mozambique Country Code: +258
Use +258 to call Mozambique from abroad. Mozambique numbers are commonly 8–9 digits (area/service code + subscriber number). This page includes a live Maputo clock, popular area codes, and a dial-string builder you can copy.
How to Call Mozambique (+258)
To call Mozambique from another country, dial your international exit code, then 258, then the Mozambique area/service code and the local number. Mozambique national numbers are commonly 8–9 digits.
- Dial your exit code (example: US/CA 011, most of Europe 00).
- Dial Mozambique country code: 258.
- Dial the Mozambique code + subscriber number.
- Dial the full national number as provided.
- Common listings show no trunk prefix.
- Mobile prefixes commonly include 82, 83, 84, 85, 86, 87.
Mozambique numbers may be written with spaces (for example 21 123 4567 or 252 123 456). The dial builder below accepts common formats and outputs a clean international dial string.
Dial String Builder
Paste any Mozambique number (with spaces, +258, or exit codes). We’ll normalize it and generate a copyable international dial string.
Mozambique Phone Number Format
Mozambique national numbers are commonly 8–9 digits. Many major cities use 2-digit area codes (e.g., 21 for Maputo), while some regions use 3-digit codes (e.g., 252 for Tete). Mobile numbers commonly start with 82–87 depending on the operator.
| City / Region | Area code | Example (international) |
|---|---|---|
| Maputo | 21 | +258 21 123 4567 |
| Beira | 23 | +258 23 123 4567 |
| Quelimane | 24 | +258 24 123 4567 |
| Nampula | 26 | +258 26 123 4567 |
| Tete | 252 | +258 252 123 456 |
| Pemba | 272 | +258 272 123 456 |
| Xai-Xai | 282 | +258 282 123 456 |
| Inhambane | 293 | +258 293 123 456 |
Mozambique time zone
Mozambique generally uses one time zone for the country.
| Reference | IANA | UTC offset |
|---|---|---|
| Maputo | Africa/Maputo | UTC+2 |
Common emergency numbers include 117 (ambulance), 198 (fire), and 119 (police).
Mozambique dialing summary
FAQs about Calling Mozambique
Quick answers for the most common Mozambique dialing questions.
What is Mozambique’s country code?
Mozambique’s country calling code is +258.
How do I call Mozambique from the US?
Dial 011 + 258 + the Mozambique number (example: 011 258 21 123 4567).
What is the international prefix to call abroad from Mozambique?
Mozambique commonly uses 00 to dial internationally.
How many digits are Mozambique phone numbers?
Mozambique national numbers are commonly 8–9 digits, depending on region and service.
Does Mozambique use a trunk prefix like 0?
Mozambique is commonly listed with no trunk prefix. For international dialing, use +258 and the national number.
What is the emergency number in Mozambique?
Common emergency numbers include 117 (ambulance), 198 (fire), and 119 (police).
What time zone is Mozambique in?
Mozambique uses Africa/Maputo and is typically UTC+2.
What are common Mozambique mobile prefixes?
Mobile prefixes often include 82–87 (operator-dependent). Example: +258 84 123 4567.