How to Call Nigeria
Landline from $0.51/min · Mobile from $0.52/min — from your browser, no app needed
Standard rate
Dialing Nigeria (+234): the short answer
Leave out the leading 0 of the domestic number. The +234 country code replaces it.
In BoraPhone you never need an exit code: type +234 and the number, and the call connects from your browser.
Calling Rates for Nigeria
Live rates in USD, pulled from carrier pricing. The same rate applies wherever you call from.
How much will my call cost?
| Duration | Landline | Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| 5 min | $2.55 | $2.60 |
| 10 min | $5.10 | $5.20 |
| 15 min | $7.65 | $7.81 |
| 30 min | $15.30 | $15.61 |
All rates are in USD. Calls are billed per minute and rounded up to the next minute. No connection fees or hidden charges. Your first call is free.
How BoraPhone compares for calls to Nigeria
| Service | Published rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| BoraPhone (live) | $0.51 landline / $0.52 mobile | Per minute, no subscription, browser-based |
| Boss Revolution | 12¢/min | bundles from $3/30 min. As of July 2026. |
| Localphone | 15.5¢/min PAYG | ~8.8¢ on monthly plans; excl. VAT. As of July 2026. |
| Rebtel | 17.6¢/min | no unlimited plan — $12/mo for 140 min. As of July 2026. |
| Talk360 | 20¢ landline / 13¢ mobile | from app-store listing. As of July 2026. |
| Viber Out | from 8.1¢/min | As of July 2026. |
| Yolla | 15¢ landline / 12.9¢ mobile | As of July 2026. |
Some services list a lower headline rate to Nigeria than BoraPhone. That is worth knowing before you top up. BoraPhone's advantages are per-minute billing with no plan, calling from a browser without an app, and the exact rate shown before you dial. If you call Nigeria for hours every month, compare the total cost honestly.
Best time to call Nigeria
Nigeria is on West Africa Time (WAT), UTC+1. To reach people between 9 AM and 8 PM their time:
| If you are in | Time difference | 9 AM your time is | Call between |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York | +6 h | 3:00 PM | 3:00 AM to 2:00 PM |
| Los Angeles | +9 h | 6:00 PM | 12:00 AM to 11:00 AM |
| London | +1 h | 10:00 AM | 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
Standard time. Daylight saving in either place can shift these by an hour.
Area codes and things to know before you dial Nigeria
- Drop the 0: a mobile 0803 xxx xxxx becomes +234 803 xxx xxxx.
- Almost every call to Nigeria is to a mobile (070, 080, 081, 090, 091). Landlines are rare outside offices, so expect the mobile rate.
- Nigeria is UTC+1 with no daylight saving: 6 hours ahead of New York in winter, 5 in summer.
Why call Nigeria with BoraPhone?
- No app needed — call directly from your browser on any device
- Pay as you go — no contracts, no monthly subscriptions
- HD voice quality powered by enterprise-grade infrastructure
- Call landlines in Nigeria for $0.51/min — standard rate compared to traditional carriers
- Most calls to Nigeria are to mobile numbers, as landline usage is limited. Mobile numbers start with 070, 080, 081, or 090.
Frequently asked questions
How do I call Nigeria from the US?
From a US landline or mobile, dial 011, then 234, then the Nigeria number without its leading 0. From a mobile you can also dial +234 directly. In BoraPhone, enter +234 and the number and press call.
How do I call Nigeria from the UK?
From the UK dial 00, then 234, then the Nigeria number without its leading 0. From a mobile, +234 and the number works from anywhere. BoraPhone charges the same rate whether you call from the UK, the US or anywhere else.
How much does it cost to call Nigeria?
Calls to Nigeria start at $0.51 per minute with BoraPhone. Landline rates are $0.51/min and mobile rates are $0.52/min. Calls are billed per minute, rounded up to the next minute, with no connection fee and no subscription.
Is it cheaper to call a landline or a mobile in Nigeria?
Calling a landline is cheaper. Landlines are $0.51/min and mobiles $0.52/min, so a 10-minute call costs $5.10 to a landline and $5.20 to a mobile.
Is BoraPhone the cheapest way to call Nigeria?
Not always, and we would rather say so. As of July 2026, Boss Revolution lists 12¢/min for Nigeria, and 5 other services publish rates in the comparison above. BoraPhone's live rate is $0.51/min to landlines and $0.52/min to mobiles, billed per minute in your browser with no app, no subscription and no plan that renews. Compare the total for the calls you actually make.
Do I need an app to call Nigeria?
No. BoraPhone works directly in your web browser. Just sign up, add credit, and start calling Nigeria in under a minute. No downloads or installations required. It works on desktop, laptop, tablet, and mobile.
What is the country code for Nigeria?
The country code for Nigeria is +234. When calling with BoraPhone, just enter the full number including the country code and we handle the connection automatically.
What time zone is Nigeria in?
Nigeria is in West Africa Time (WAT), UTC+1. When it is 9 AM in New York it is 3:00 PM in Nigeria; when it is 9 AM in London it is 10:00 AM. Check the local time before calling to reach people at a convenient hour.