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Country Code for Uganda: +256

Africa

+256

Dialing Code

UG

ISO2

UGA

ISO3

USh UGX

Ugandan Shilling

UTC+3

Timezone

Feb 24, 2026, 12:25 AM

Current Time

About Uganda Phone Codes

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

The country code for Uganda is +256, which is essential for making international calls to Uganda. 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 Uganda ISO country code (UG) UGA, local currency Ugandan Shilling (USh), time zone information (UTC+3), and step-by-step dialing instructions to make your international calling experience as smooth as possible towards Uganda.

How to Call Uganda

International Format: +256 XX XXX XXXX

  1. 1Dial your country's international access code (usually 00 or +)
  2. 2Dial the Uganda country code: +256
  3. 3Dial the area code and phone number (8-9 digits total)

Examples from Popular Countries dialing to Uganda

From United States:

011 256 41 123 4567

From United Kingdom:

00 256 41 123 4567

From Kenya:

000 256 41 123 4567

UG Emergency Numbers
Child safety helpline

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Childline Uganda

Uganda's toll-free child helpline offering 24/7 counseling, abuse reporting, and rescue services for children in need of protection.

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Carriers in Uganda

If you're making international calls to Uganda, understanding the local carriers can be useful. The telecommunications landscape features MTN Uganda, Airtel Uganda and Lycamobile Uganda, all providing 4G/5G services. Check their websites for current international roaming agreements with your home carrier.

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Uganda's main city phone codes

CityPhone Code
Kampala+256 41
Gulu+256 47
Lira+256 47
Mbarara+256 48
Jinja+256 43
Bwizibwera+256 48
Njeru+256 43
Entebbe+256 42
Masaka+256 48
Mukono+256 41
Kasese+256 48
Kabale+256 48
Soroti+256 45
Arua+256 47
Hoima+256 46

Note: These are the main area codes for major cities in Uganda. When calling from abroad, dial the international access code, then +256, then the city code (without the + symbol), followed by the local number.