How to call Central African Republic from the USA & Canada:

011 - 236 - phone number

* Use also to TEXT Central African numbers. ** 011236 and +236 often work interchangeably from cell phones.

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Current time in Central African Republic:

Calling Central African Republic explained:

  • 011 - international prefix; dial first when calling abroad from the US or Canada
  • 236 - Country Code for Central African Republic
  • Phone Number - 8 digits
  • example call from the United States or from Canada to Central African Republic: 011 236 ?? ?? ?? ??

Cell phone numbers:

  • geographic area codes not needed to reach Central African cell phones
  • dialing format valid for calls and text messages: 011 236 7? ?? ?? ??

Landlines in largest cities:

  • Bangui: 21 ?? ?? ??
  • Berberati: 22 ?? ?? ??

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