What is the current rate to call Botswana from Zimbabwe?

Sayfone charges 0.68¢ per minute to call Botswana from Zimbabwe. Rates are transparent and calculated per minute; transparent pricing or setup costs.

Do I need an app to call Botswana?

No. Sayfone is browser-based, so you can call directly from your web browser without downloading an app. Any device with internet access works.

Can I call mobile phones in Botswana?

Yes. Botswana mobile numbers start with 7 (71–78 range) and are 7 digits long. Include the country code +267 before the mobile number, just as you would for landlines.

What if the call fails?

Most failures result from missing or incorrect country code, wrong number format, or network issues. Verify you've dialed +267 followed by the 7-digit local number. Check your internet or phone signal and try again.

Is there a minimum call duration?

No. Sayfone bills per minute (or per-second in some cases) with no minimums. If your call drops after 10 seconds, you pay only for those 10 seconds.

Can I call Botswana toll-free numbers from Zimbabwe?

Toll-free numbers (usually starting with 800 or 900) may not work from international lines. Contact the organization directly to confirm they support international calls before attempting.

Quick Answer

How to Call Botswana from Zimbabwe

Dial +267 and the local number. Botswana uses a 7-digit local format after the country code.

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Cost tools

🇿🇼From Zimbabwe

To Botswana🇧🇼

$0.68

Per minute

+267

Country code

Call quality

Landline rate

$0.68/min

Mobile rate

$0.68/min

Same per-minute Sayfone rate for landline and mobile.

Average call quality

Steps at a glance

Dial the international prefix (+ or 00)
Enter country code +267
Enter the local phone number

DIALING STEPS

Step-by-Step Dialing Instructions

Follow these simple steps to dial a number in Botswana from Zimbabwe.

1
Dial the international prefix
Start with + or 00, depending on your phone and network. Most mobile carriers recognize + on the keypad.
```
+ or 00
```
2
Enter the country code
Botswana's country code is 267. Always include this when dialing internationally.
```
+267
```
3
Enter the local number
Follow with the local 7-digit Botswana phone number. No leading zero is needed.
```
+267 3951234
```

Dialing format reference

+267

Use these patterns when entering a full international number to +267.

Mobile

+267 7X XXX XXX

Landline

+267 3X XXX XXX

+267 3951234 (Gaborone landline)
+267 7123456 (Mobile)

Major city area codes

Gaborone39

Francistown24

Sources

1
ITU-T E.164 International Numbering Plan

IMPORTANT RULES

Botswana Dialing Rules

Key guidelines to ensure your call connects smoothly.

Always use the country code +267

Omitting the country code will result in call failure. Include +267 even for calls from your browser.

No leading zero on the local number

Botswana local numbers are 7 digits. Dial them exactly as written; do not add a leading zero.

Mobile and landline formats differ

Botswana mobile numbers start with 7 (e.g., 71–78). Landlines typically start with 2 or 3 (e.g., 24, 39). Both use 7 digits after the country code.

Use + or 00 interchangeably

Both prefixes work for international dialing. Use + on mobiles; use 00 on landlines if + is unavailable.

CALLING TIPS

Best Times to Call Botswana

Optimize your call timing to reach people during business and leisure hours.

Time & windows

Business Hours

8 AM – 5 PM

Optimal for business calls

Early Morning

6 AM – 8 AM

Good for catching early risers

Evening

5 PM – 10 PM

Social calls; personal time

🇿🇼Zimbabwe time

UTC+2 (year-round)

🇿🇼Botswana time

UTC+2 (year-round)

🇿🇼Time difference

None; same timezoneNo offset needed when scheduling calls.

Calling tips

Both countries share the same timezone (UTC+2), making it easy to schedule calls without offset confusion.
Avoid calling before 6 AM or after 10 PM local Botswana time unless you know the recipient is available.
Weekday calls during business hours (8 AM–5 PM) are most likely to reach offices and businesses.

Business etiquette

Always identify yourself and your organization at the start of the call.
Ask permission before recording or transferring the call.
In business contexts, a brief greeting in the local language (Setswana or English) is appreciated.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Troubleshooting & Call Restrictions

Solutions to common calling issues and important restrictions to know.

Call won't connect

Verify you dialed +267 and the full 7-digit local number. Check that your connection is active (browser-based calls require internet; mobile requires phone/data signal). Try again after 30 seconds if the line was briefly busy.

Poor call quality

Poor audio may result from weak internet (browser calls) or network congestion. Try moving to a location with stronger signal, or attempt the call during off-peak hours (late evening or early morning).

Premium and toll-free numbers

Some special numbers (toll-free, premium-rate) may not work internationally or may incur surcharges. Always verify the number type with the recipient before calling.

SMS and data limitations

International SMS from Zimbabwe to Botswana may be blocked or heavily delayed; use voice calls or web-based messaging instead for reliability.

Savings

See what you could save

Adjust the tools below to compare Sayfone with typical retail pricing for calls to Botswana. 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 Botswana — 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.