Do I need to add a 0 before the Bangladesh area code?

No. Domestic Bangladesh calls include a leading 0, but when dialing from Oman, drop the 0 and dial +880 directly. For example, Dhaka's domestic code is 02, but from Oman you dial +880 2.

What's the difference between the rates for landlines and mobile phones?

Both landlines and mobile numbers in Bangladesh are charged at the same rate: 10¢ per minute from Oman.

What is the best time to call Bangladesh?

Bangladesh is 4.5 hours ahead of Oman year-round. Business hours are 9 AM – 5 PM Bangladesh time (4:30 AM – 12:30 PM Oman time). Evening calls (after 6 PM Bangladesh time) are also a good option.

Do I need an app to call through Sayfone?

No. Sayfone is browser-based, so you can call directly from your web browser without downloading an app.

Quick Answer

How to Call Bangladesh from Oman

Dial +880 followed by the Bangladesh area code and local number. Calls cost 10¢ per minute from Oman.

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Cost tools

🇴🇲From Oman

To Bangladesh🇧🇩

$0.10

Per minute

+880

Country code

Call quality

Landline rate

$0.10/min

Mobile rate

$0.10/min

Same per-minute Sayfone rate for landline and mobile.

Average call quality

Steps at a glance

Enter +880 (Bangladesh country code)
Add the area code (e.g., 2 for Dhaka)
Enter the local number
Press call

Sources

1
ITU Designation Plan for Bangladesh
Confirms country calling code +880

DIALING STEPS

Step-by-Step: Calling Bangladesh from Oman

Follow these steps to dial any number in Bangladesh. The process works for both landlines and mobile phones.

1
Dial the international access code
Enter + (plus sign) or 00 if calling from a landline in Oman.
```
+ or 00
```
2
Enter Bangladesh country code
Type 880, the country code for Bangladesh.
```
880
```
3
Add the area code
Enter the Bangladesh area code (omit the leading 0 if present). Common codes: 2 for Dhaka, 31 for Chittagong, 41 for Khulna.
```
2 (Dhaka), 31 (Chittagong)
```
4
Enter the local number
Dial the 6–8 digit local subscriber number.
```
XXXXXX or XXXXXXXX
```
Press call
Initiate the call from your browser or dialer. You will see the rate (10¢/min) before connecting.

Dialing format reference

+880

Use these patterns when entering a full international number to +880.

Mobile

+880 1XX XXXXXX

Landline

+880 2 XXXXXXXX (Dhaka), +880 31 XXXXXXX (Chittagong)

+880 2 12345678 (Dhaka landline)
+880 1912345678 (mobile)

Major city area codes

Dhaka2

Chittagong31

Khulna41

Rajshahi721

Sources

1
Bangladesh Telecommunications Regulatory Commission
Official telecom regulator for Bangladesh numbering plans

DIALING RULES

Bangladesh Dialing Rules & Formats

Bangladesh uses a hierarchical numbering plan with area codes for landlines and mobile prefixes for cell phones.

Landline Format

Bangladesh landlines use area codes (1–3 digits) + 6–8 digit local number. Always omit the leading 0 from the area code when dialing internationally. Example: Dhaka (area code 2) + 8-digit number.

Mobile Format

Bangladesh mobile numbers begin with 1 and are 10 digits total (e.g., 1912345678). No area code is needed; dial +880 1XX XXXXXX directly.

Leading Zero Rule

Domestic Bangladesh calls include a leading 0 before the area code. When dialing from Oman, drop the 0 and use +880 instead.

International Dialing Prefix

From Oman, use + or 00. Both are equivalent for international calls. The + notation is shorter and preferred.

TIMING & TIPS

Best Times to Call Bangladesh from Oman

Bangladesh is 4.5 hours ahead of Oman (year-round, no daylight saving). Plan calls during Bangladesh business or personal hours.

Time & windows

Bangladesh Business Hours

9 AM – 5 PM BST

Equivalent to 4:30 AM – 12:30 PM Oman time

Evening (Bangladesh)

6 PM – 10 PM BST

Equivalent to 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM Oman time

🇴🇲Best for business calls

Early morning Oman (4:30–6 AM) reaches Bangladesh business hoursPlan ahead for time difference

🇴🇲Best for personal calls

1:30–5:30 PM Oman time (evening in Bangladesh)After work hours in Bangladesh

🇴🇲Avoid

10 PM–8 AM Oman time (midnight–4 AM Bangladesh)Night hours in Bangladesh

Calling tips

Check Bangladesh public holidays (e.g., Pohela Boishakh in April, Independence Day 26 March) when planning business calls.
Mobile networks in Bangladesh operate 24/7; landlines may have reduced staffing at night.
Confirm the recipient's availability before calling across the time zone.

Business etiquette

Use formal greetings in business calls; Bengali titles (e.g., 'Sahab' for Mr.) are appreciated.
Introduce yourself clearly at the start, especially on first contact.
Keep calls brief during peak business hours; Bangladeshi professionals often work on tight schedules.

Sources

1
World Time Zone Database
Confirms Oman (GST, UTC+4) and Bangladesh (BST, UTC+6 year-round) offset

TROUBLESHOOTING

Common Issues & Restrictions

International calls from Oman to Bangladesh generally connect without major restrictions, but network quality and special numbers may affect some calls.

Call won't connect

Verify the number format (include country code +880 and area code without leading 0). Check your Sayfone balance and network connection. If landline, confirm dialing hours—some offices may not answer outside business time.

Poor audio quality

International calls can vary by network load and distance. If quality drops, try calling at a different time or ask the recipient to switch networks (e.g., 4G to 3G or vice versa).

Special numbers (toll-free, premium)

Some Bangladesh toll-free or premium-rate numbers may not work on international calls. Standard geographic landlines and mobiles work reliably.

Rate-charged call

Sayfone charges 10¢ per minute for calls to Bangladesh. The rate displays before you call; transparent pricing apply.

Savings

See what you could save

Adjust the tools below to compare Sayfone with typical retail pricing for calls to Bangladesh. Start with one call, then layer on monthly volume to see the bigger picture.

How to use these tools

Sayfone uses your live rate for calls to Bangladesh — the same basis as the rest of this page.
First, estimate savings on a single call length. Then, model a full month of minutes versus typical retail benchmarks.
Retail competitor rows are illustrative — not a quote from any carrier.