What is the country code for the United States?

The US country code is +1. When calling from Tanzania, dial 000 (landline) or + (mobile), then 1, then the 10-digit US phone number.

What is Tanzania's exit code for international calls?

Tanzania's international exit code is 000 when dialing from a landline. From a mobile phone, you can simply use the + symbol, which your phone converts to the correct exit sequence automatically.

How much does it cost to call the US from Tanzania with Sayfone?

Sayfone charges $0.08 per minute to call the United States from Tanzania. There are no connection fees, subscriptions, or hidden charges. You pay only for the minutes you use.

Do I need to download an app to use Sayfone?

No. Sayfone works directly in your web browser. Just visit the Sayfone website, enter the US number you want to call, and connect. All you need is a Wi-Fi or mobile data connection.

What time should I call the US from Tanzania?

Tanzania is 8 hours ahead of US Eastern Time (7 hours during US daylight saving). To call the US East Coast during business hours (9 AM–5 PM ET), dial between 4 PM and midnight EAT. For the West Coast, add 3 more hours.

Is the dialing format different for US mobile and landline numbers?

No. Both US mobile and landline numbers follow the same 10-digit format: 3-digit area code plus 7-digit local number. You dial them identically from Tanzania.

Can I call US toll-free numbers (1-800) from Tanzania?

Generally, US toll-free numbers are not reachable from international lines, or your carrier may charge standard international rates for them. Ask the US business for a direct international number if you need to reach them from Tanzania.

Why does my call to the US from Tanzania not go through?

The most common reasons are: using the wrong exit code (Tanzania uses 000, not 00, from landlines), omitting the US country code 1, or entering an incorrect area code. Also ensure your Tanzanian carrier has international dialing enabled on your plan.

Quick Answer

How to Call the United States from Tanzania

From Tanzania, dial 000 (or +) then 1, then the 10-digit US number. On a mobile phone, simply dial +1 followed by the area code and 7-digit local number. With Sayfone, calls cost $0.08/min.

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Whether you're reaching family in New York, coordinating with contacts in Houston, or checking in with a student in Los Angeles, this guide walks you through every step of dialing the US from Tanzania.

Steps at a glance

Dial Tanzania's exit code: 000 from a landline, or + from a mobile
Enter the US country code: 1
Dial the 3-digit US area code (e.g., 212 for New York)
Dial the 7-digit local phone number
Full example: 000 + 1 + 212 + 555 0123

Sources

1
ITU-T E.164 International Numbering Plan
Authoritative reference for country codes and international dialing formats
2
Tanzania Telephone Numbering – Wikipedia
Tanzania exit code and number format reference

DIALING GUIDE

Step-by-Step: Dial a US Number from Tanzania

Follow these steps to connect to any landline or mobile number in the United States from Tanzania. The dialing format is the same for both US landlines and mobile phones.

1
Dial Tanzania's International Exit Code
From a Tanzanian landline, dial 000 to signal an international call. From a mobile phone, you can simply press and hold 0 to produce the + symbol, which replaces the exit code.
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000 or +
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2
Enter the US Country Code
After the exit code, dial 1. This is the international country code for the United States. It routes your call to the US telephone network.
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000 + 1 or +1
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3
Dial the US Area Code (3 digits)
Every US phone number begins with a 3-digit area code that identifies the region. For example, 212 is New York City, 213 is Los Angeles, 312 is Chicago, and 713 is Houston. You must include the area code even when calling a mobile number.
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000 + 1 + 212
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4
Dial the 7-Digit Local Number
Complete the call by dialing the remaining 7 digits of the US phone number. The full sequence from a Tanzanian mobile looks like: +1 212 555 0123.
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+1 212 555 0123
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Press Call
Review the full number on your screen to confirm you have the exit code (or +), country code 1, 3-digit area code, and 7-digit local number — 11 digits total after the exit code. Then press the call button.

Dialing format reference

Use these patterns when entering a full international number to +1.

Mobile

+1 (NPA) NXX-XXXX

Landline

+1 (NPA) NXX-XXXX

+1 212 555 0198 (New York)
+1 213 555 0147 (Los Angeles)
+1 312 555 0163 (Chicago)
+1 713 555 0182 (Houston)

Major city area codes

New York City212

Los Angeles213

Chicago312

Houston713

Washington, D.C.202

Miami305

Dallas214

San Francisco415

Sources

1
Tanzania Country Code and Exit Code – countrycode.com
Confirms Tanzania exit code 000 and dialing conventions
2
US Country Code – Xe.com
Confirms US country code +1 and 10-digit number format
3
North American Numbering Plan (NANP)
Authoritative source for US area code assignments

IMPORTANT RULES

Dialing Rules for Calling the US from Tanzania

A few key rules to keep in mind so your call connects on the first try.

Use the Correct Exit Code

Tanzania's international exit code is 000 from a landline. From a mobile phone, you can use the + prefix instead. Do not use 00 (which is common in many other countries) — Tanzania's landline exit code is specifically 000.

Always Include the Area Code

US phone numbers always require a 3-digit area code, even for mobile numbers. Unlike some countries, there is no separate format for mobiles vs. landlines in the US — both use the same 10-digit structure.

Drop Any Leading Zeros or Local Trunk Prefix

US numbers do not use a trunk prefix (leading 0). If someone gives you a number starting with 1, that is the country code — not a trunk prefix. Dial it as +1 followed by the full 10-digit number.

Total Digits After the Exit Code

After dialing 000 (or +), you should enter exactly 11 digits: the country code 1 plus the 10-digit US number (3-digit area code + 7-digit local number). If your digit count is off, the call will not connect.

Toll-Free and Special Numbers

US toll-free numbers (800, 888, 877, 866, 855, 844, 833) may not be reachable from international lines or may incur charges from your Tanzanian carrier. Check with your provider before calling these numbers.

TIMING & TIPS

Best Times to Call the US from Tanzania

Tanzania is on East Africa Time (EAT, UTC+3) year-round with no daylight saving changes. The US spans multiple time zones from Eastern (UTC−5) to Hawaii (UTC−10), so the time difference ranges from 8 to 13 hours behind Tanzania.

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Planning your calls around these time differences helps you reach people at reasonable hours — and can also help you avoid peak-rate periods on traditional carriers.

Time & windows

Call US East Coast

3:00 PM – 8:00 PM EAT

Reaches 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM Eastern (New York, D.C., Miami)

Call US West Coast

6:00 PM – 11:00 PM EAT

Reaches 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM Pacific (Los Angeles, San Francisco)

Weekend Family Calls

5:00 PM – 10:00 PM EAT

Catches late morning to early afternoon across most US time zones

🇹🇿Tanzania → US Eastern

8 hours ahead (EAT is UTC+3, ET is UTC−5)During US daylight saving (Mar–Nov), the gap narrows to 7 hours.

🇹🇿Tanzania → US Central

9 hours ahead (CT is UTC−6)Gap narrows to 8 hours during US daylight saving.

🇹🇿Tanzania → US Pacific

11 hours ahead (PT is UTC−8)Gap narrows to 10 hours during US daylight saving.

Calling tips

Use Sayfone via your browser — no app download required. Just connect with Wi-Fi or mobile data to call US numbers at $0.08/min.
Save US contacts in international format (+1 followed by 10 digits) so you can call directly without remembering exit codes.
If the call doesn't connect, double-check the area code. Major US cities have multiple area codes, and an outdated code could cause failures.
Calling during Tanzanian evening hours (5–10 PM EAT) typically lines up with US daytime — ideal for reaching family or business contacts.

Business etiquette

Schedule business calls during US business hours (9 AM–5 PM in the recipient's time zone). This means calling between roughly 4 PM and midnight EAT for East Coast contacts.
Avoid calling on major US holidays such as Thanksgiving (late November), Independence Day (July 4), and Christmas Day.
Americans generally prefer a brief greeting before getting to business. Keep introductions concise and state the purpose of your call early.

Sources

1
Time in Tanzania – Wikipedia
Confirms Tanzania EAT UTC+3, no DST
2
US Time Zones Overview – timeanddate.com
US time zone breakdown

TROUBLESHOOTING

Common Issues When Calling the US from Tanzania

If your call isn't connecting, check these common problems before trying again.

Call Doesn't Connect at All

The most common cause is a missing or incorrect exit code. From a Tanzanian landline you must dial 000 (not 00). From a mobile, use the + prefix. Then verify you've dialed 1 (US country code) followed by exactly 10 digits.

You Hear a 'Number Not in Service' Message

This usually means the area code or local number is wrong. US area codes change over time as overlays are added. Confirm the current area code with the person you're calling, or look it up on the NANPA website.

Call Connects but Quality Is Poor

Traditional IDD calls from Tanzania can suffer from routing issues. For clearer calls, use a browser-based calling service like Sayfone over a stable Wi-Fi or 4G data connection. This bypasses legacy phone-network routing.

Carrier Blocks International Calls

Some Tanzanian mobile plans do not include international dialing by default. Contact your carrier (Vodacom, Airtel, Tigo/MIC) to activate IDD service, or bypass the restriction entirely by calling through Sayfone in your browser.

US Toll-Free Numbers Not Reachable

Toll-free numbers (starting with 800, 888, 877, etc.) are often restricted to calls originating within the US. If you need to reach a US business, ask for their direct international number instead.

Sources

1
Wise – Common International Calling Issues
Common dialing errors when calling the US

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