What is the Sayfone rate to call Tanzania from the UK?

Sayfone charges 0.98¢ per minute for calls to Tanzania from the United Kingdom. This is transparent per-minute pricing with transparent pricing.

Do I need to add a leading zero when dialing Tanzania internationally?

No. When calling from outside Tanzania, omit any leading 0 from the area code. For example, dial +255 11 2345678, not +255 011 2345678.

What's the difference between mobile and landline dialing in Tanzania?

Mobile numbers in Tanzania start with 7 or 6 (e.g., 765 or 655) and are dialed the same way as landlines after the country code. Landlines vary by area code and region.

Can I call toll-free or government numbers in Tanzania?

Some special numbers may not route internationally. If a toll-free or government hotline doesn't work, try the main business or office number instead.

How far ahead is Tanzania compared to the UK?

Tanzania is 3 hours ahead of the UK in winter (GMT) and 2 hours ahead during British Summer Time (BST). Tanzania does not observe daylight saving time.

What should I dial to reach a mobile phone in Tanzania?

Dial +255 followed by the 9-digit mobile number (e.g., +255 765 123 456). The leading 7 or 6 is part of the standard format.

How do I know if a number is a Tanzanian landline or mobile?

Mobile numbers typically start with 7 or 6 after the country code (e.g., +255 7XX or +255 6XX). Landline numbers vary by area code and may start with different digits depending on the region.

Quick Start

How to Call Tanzania from the UK

To call Tanzania from the UK, dial +255 followed by the local phone number. Calls are transparent and billed per minute.

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Cost tools

🇬🇧From United Kingdom

To Tanzania🇹🇿

$0.98

Per minute

+255

Country code

Call quality

Landline rate

$0.98/min

Mobile rate

$0.98/min

Same per-minute Sayfone rate for landline and mobile.

Average call quality

Steps at a glance

Dial +255 (Tanzania country code)
Enter the area code and local number
Connect and speak

Sources

1
ITU Country Code +255 (Tanzania)
International dialing standard reference

DIALING GUIDE

Step-by-Step Dialing Instructions

Follow these steps to dial a Tanzanian number from the United Kingdom.

1
Dial the international access code
From the UK, enter 00 to begin an international call.
```
00
```
2
Enter Tanzania's country code
After the access code, dial 255 (Tanzania's international code).
```
00 255
```
3
Dial the area code
Enter the area code for the city or region you're calling. Tanzanian area codes are typically 1–3 digits.
```
00 255 11 (Dar es Salaam)
```
4
Enter the local number
Complete with the local subscriber number.
```
00 255 11 234 5678
```
Press call
Initiate the call and wait for connection.

Dialing format reference

+255

Use these patterns when entering a full international number to +255.

Mobile

+255 7XX XXX XXX

Landline

+255 (Area Code) Local Number

+255 11 234 5678
+255 765 123 456

Major city area codes

Dar es Salaam11

Arusha27

Mbeya25

Dodoma26

Sources

1
Tanzania National Communications Regulatory Authority
Official telecom regulator for Tanzania

IMPORTANT RULES

Tanzania Dialing Rules & Formats

Key formatting rules and restrictions when calling Tanzania from the UK.

No leading zero for international calls

When calling from the UK, omit the leading 0 if you have a full number with it. Dial only the area code and number after the country code.

Mobile numbers start with 7 or 6

Tanzanian mobile numbers typically begin with 7 or 6 (e.g., 765, 754, 655). These are included in your standard dialing sequence after the country code.

Landline numbers vary by area code

Landline numbers in Tanzania are 7–9 digits after the area code, depending on the region.

Use +255 or 00 255

Both formats are accepted: use +255 from most countries or 00 255 from the UK and Europe.

BEST TIMES TO CALL

Timing & Etiquette Tips

Optimize your calls to Tanzania with time-zone awareness and practical calling tips.

🇹🇿

Tanzania (East Africa Time, UTC+3) is 3 hours ahead of the UK (GMT/UTC+0) in winter and 2 hours ahead during British Summer Time. Plan calls during reasonable working or personal hours on both ends.

Time & windows

Best time from UK

9:00 AM–5:00 PM GMT

Corresponds to midday–late evening in Tanzania; reasonable for both business and personal calls

Morning in Tanzania

6:00 AM–12:00 PM EAT

3:00 AM–9:00 AM GMT; use only for urgent matters

Evening in Tanzania

6:00 PM–10:00 PM EAT

3:00 PM–7:00 PM GMT; good for personal or social calls

🇬🇧UK 9:00 AM

Tanzania 12:00 PMLunch time in Tanzania; best for quick professional calls

🇬🇧UK 1:00 PM

Tanzania 4:00 PMLate afternoon in Tanzania; good for business or personal calls

🇬🇧UK 5:00 PM

Tanzania 8:00 PMEvening in Tanzania; appropriate for personal connections

Calling tips

Call during weekday business hours (9 AM–5 PM UK time) for the best connection reliability
Avoid late-night calls (after 10 PM UK time) unless emergency or pre-arranged
Internet-based calling may have slight latency; pause briefly between speaking turns
Test your connection before making important calls to ensure audio quality

Business etiquette

Greet with respect; formality is appreciated in business contexts
Introduce yourself clearly, as connection quality may vary
Keep calls focused and concise during business hours
Confirm important details via follow-up message when possible

Sources

1
World Time Zone Database
East Africa Time offset reference

SUPPORT

Troubleshooting & Call Restrictions

Practical solutions for common calling issues and known restrictions.

Connection drops or poor audio

Check your internet connection speed (minimum 1.5 Mbps for voice). Restart your device or try again at a different time. If using a shared network, try moving to a location with a stronger signal.

Number not recognized

Verify the country code (+255) and area code are correct. Remove any extra spaces or dashes. Some older phone systems may reject unusual formatting; try the number in standard format (e.g., +255 11 2345678).

Special numbers may not connect

Some toll-free, premium, or government hotlines may not route internationally. If the call fails, try the main business or office number instead.

Timing issues across time zones

Remember Tanzania is 3 hours ahead of UK winter time and 2 hours ahead during British Summer Time. Double-check the local time in Tanzania before calling.

Savings

See what you could save

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