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Country Code for Djibouti: +253

Africa

+253

Dialing Code

DJ

ISO2

DJI

ISO3

Fdj DJF

Djiboutian Franc

UTC+3

Timezone

Mar 01, 2026, 01:33 AM

Current Time

About Djibouti Phone Codes

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

The country code for Djibouti is +253, which is essential for making international calls to Djibouti. 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 Djibouti ISO country code (DJ) DJI, local currency Djiboutian Franc (Fdj), time zone information (UTC+3), and step-by-step dialing instructions to make your international calling experience as smooth as possible towards Djibouti.

How to Call Djibouti

International Format: +253 XX XXX XXX

  1. 1Dial your country's international access code (usually 00 or +)
  2. 2Dial the Djibouti country code: +253
  3. 3Dial the area code and phone number (8-9 digits total)

Examples from Popular Countries dialing to Djibouti

From United States:

011 253 21 123 456

From France:

00 253 21 123 456

DJ Emergency Numbers
Child safety helpline

Report bullying or get support

Child Protection Hotline Djibouti

Djibouti's child protection hotline provides a reporting mechanism for child abuse, exploitation, and violence, supported by UNICEF.

View all child safety helplines

Carriers in Djibouti

Before your trip to Djibouti, familiarize yourself with the leading mobile carriers. Major operators like Djibouti Telecom provide nationwide coverage with prepaid and postpaid options. Most airports and shopping centers have carrier stores where you can purchase SIM cards.

Did you know?

Djibouti Telecom is the sole provider of mobile and internet services, making it one of the few remaining telecom monopolies in Africa.

Djibouti's main city phone codes

CityPhone Code
Djibouti City+253 21
Ali Sabieh+253 21
Tadjoura+253 21
Obock+253 21
Dikhil+253 21

Note: These are the main area codes for major cities in Djibouti. When calling from abroad, dial the international access code, then +253, then the city code (without the + symbol), followed by the local number.