How to call Central African Republic from the US and Canada

011 - 236 - phone number

011236 and +236 often work interchangeably from cell phones (use also to text Central African numbers).

..calling from another country?

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 phone call when dialing 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 ?? ?? ??

Phone books and visitor guides:

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