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Country Code for Burkina Faso: +226

Africa

+226

Dialing Code

BF

ISO2

BFA

ISO3

CFA XOF

West African CFA Franc

UTC+0

Timezone

Feb 26, 2026, 07:58 PM

Current Time

About Burkina Faso Phone Codes

This page provides comprehensive information about Burkina Faso's international dialing system, helping you make seamless phone calls to and from this destination.

The country code for Burkina Faso is +226, which is essential for making international calls to Burkina Faso. Our guide includes detailed dialing instructions, practical examples from major countries, and helpful tips to ensure your calls connect successfully. Whether you're calling for business, staying in touch with family, or making travel arrangements, you'll find all the country code information you need right here.

Beyond the primary phone code, we also provide useful details such as Burkina Faso ISO country code (BF) BFA, local currency West African CFA Franc (CFA), time zone information (UTC+0), and step-by-step dialing instructions to make your international calling experience as smooth as possible towards Burkina Faso.

How to Call Burkina Faso

International Format: +226 XX XX XX XX

  1. 1Dial your country's international access code (usually 00 or +)
  2. 2Dial the Burkina Faso country code: +226
  3. 3Dial the area code and phone number (8-9 digits total)

Examples from Popular Countries dialing to Burkina Faso

From United States:

011 226 70 12 34 56

From France:

00 226 70 12 34 56

From Mali:

00 226 70 12 34 56

BF Emergency Numbers
Child safety helpline

Report bullying or get support

Ligne Verte SOS Enfants

Burkina Faso's free green line for children to report abuse, violence, and exploitation, with referrals to social protection services.

View all child safety helplines

Carriers in Burkina Faso

Whether you're calling Burkina Faso or visiting, knowing the local carriers helps with connectivity. Top carriers including Orange Burkina, Moov Africa and Telecel Faso ensure reliable connectivity throughout the country. Compare their prepaid tourist plans to find the best value for your communication needs.

Did you know?

Burkina Faso's mobile money services have grown rapidly, with more people using mobile wallets than traditional bank accounts.

Burkina Faso's main city phone codes

CityPhone Code
Ouagadougou+226 25
Bobo-Dioulasso+226 20
Koudougou+226 25
Ouahigouya+226 24
Banfora+226 20
Kaya+226 24
Tenkodogo+226 40
Fada N'gourma+226 40

Note: These are the main area codes for major cities in Burkina Faso. When calling from abroad, dial the international access code, then +226, then the city code (without the + symbol), followed by the local number.