Country code
Zimbabwe's country code is +263. When calling from abroad, use +263 instead of 00263.
Quick Answer
How to Call Zimbabwe from Zambia
Dial +263 (Zimbabwe's country code), then the area code and local number. With Sayfone, you get transparent per-minute rates with no hidden charges.
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+263
Country code
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Landline rate
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Steps at a glance
- Enter +263 (Zimbabwe country code)
- Add the area code (e.g., 4 for Harare, 9 for Bulawayo)
- Dial the local phone number
- Call now from your browser
DIALING STEPS
Step-by-Step Dialing Guide
Follow these simple steps to dial Zimbabwe from Zambia. Each step is numbered for easy reference.
Enter the exit code
From Zambia, dial 00 to access the international network. Some phones allow + instead.
00 or +
Add Zimbabwe's country code
Dial 263, Zimbabwe's international dialing code.
00263 or +263
Enter the area code
Dial the area code without the leading zero. Harare (4), Bulawayo (9), and other cities have specific codes.
4 for Harare, 9 for Bulawayo
Dial the local number
Complete the call by entering the remaining digits of the recipient's phone number.
4 + 700123 (Harare landline)
Dialing format reference
+263
Use these patterns when entering a full international number to +263.
Mobile
+263 77 XXX XXXX or +263 78 XXX XXXX
Landline
+263 4 XXXXXX (Harare), +263 9 XXXXXX (Bulawayo)
- +263 4 700 123 456 (Harare landline)
- +263 9 600 123 456 (Bulawayo landline)
- +263 77 123 4567 (Mobile – Econet)
- +263 78 123 4567 (Mobile – NetOne)
Major city area codes
Harare4
Bulawayo9
Mutare20
Gweru54
DIALING RULES
Zimbabwe Dialing Rules & Format
Understanding Zimbabwe's phone number structure ensures your call connects reliably. These rules apply to both landlines and mobile numbers.
Landline numbers
Landline numbers in Zimbabwe are 9 digits long (after the country code). They begin with an area code (1–2 digits) followed by a local number. When calling from abroad, omit the leading zero of the area code.
Mobile numbers
Mobile numbers start with 77, 78, or 71, followed by 7 digits. They are typically 10 digits in total (including the first digit 7). Dial them as +263 77/78/71 XXXXXXX when calling internationally.
Area codes without leading zero
When dialing from outside Zimbabwe, remove the leading zero from area codes. For example, Harare's code is 4 (not 04); Bulawayo's is 9 (not 09).
CALLING TIPS
Best Times to Call Zimbabwe from Zambia
Zambia and Zimbabwe operate on the same time zone (Central Africa Time, UTC+2), so there is no time-zone gap. Choose calling times that suit both parties' schedules.
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Both countries observe UTC+2 year-round and do not use daylight saving time, making scheduling simple.
Time & windows
Business Hours
08:00 – 17:00 CAT
Ideal for business and formal calls.
Evenings
17:00 – 21:00 CAT
Good for personal and catch-up calls.
Avoid
21:00 – 08:00 CAT
Late-night hours; respect recipients' sleep.
🇿🇲Zambia timezone
Central Africa Time (UTC+2)
🇿🇲Zimbabwe timezone
Central Africa Time (UTC+2)
🇿🇲Time difference
None; same timezone year-roundNo daylight saving in either country.
Calling tips
- Dial early in the business day (08:00–12:00 CAT) to catch contacts at their desk.
- Afternoon calls (14:00–17:00 CAT) work well for personal conversations.
- Avoid calling outside working hours without prior arrangement.
- Network connectivity may vary; retry if the connection drops.
Business etiquette
- Introduce yourself clearly with your name and organization.
- Use formal titles (Mr., Mrs., Dr.) until invited otherwise.
- Keep calls concise and purposeful during business hours.
- If calling a business, ask for the appropriate department or individual by name.
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