Togo Calling Code: +228
Complete guide to calling Togo — international dialing code, step-by-step instructions, and FAQ.
How to Call Togo from Abroad
📞 Step-by-Step Dialing Guide
- Dial your country's exit code (e.g. 011 from US, 00 from most countries, + from mobile)
- Dial +228 — the country calling code for Togo
- Dial the local phone number (area code + subscriber number)
About Togo Calling Code
Togo's international dialing code is +228. This code is assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and must be dialed before the local phone number when calling Togo from another country. Togo is located in Africa.
ITU-T Recommendation E.164 is the standard behind the prefix +228: it gives every country a distinct international code so the global telephone network knows where to route a call. Togo holds +228, in Western Africa, and that code has to be dialed after your own exit code before any national number.
Where the +228 Calling Code Is Used
The country code +228 is assigned to Togo, located in Western Africa, with the capital Lome. This code is part of the international telephony numbering plan and is used for all calls made to Togo from outside the country.
When you see a phone number written as +228 ..., the +228 prefix tells your telephone network to route the call to Togo's national telephone network. After the country code, you dial the local area code (dropping any leading 0) and the subscriber number. The same format applies whether you are calling a landline or a mobile phone.
Country codes are allocated by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU-T Recommendation E.164) and are grouped by geographic region. Calling codes starting with 2 are generally assigned to the region around Togo, in Western Africa. When a phone number is stored internationally, the leading zeros of the domestic area code are omitted after the country code — this is why you will often see numbers written as +228 followed directly by the area code and number.
Togo Phone Number Formats
Phone numbers in Togo follow the ITU E.164 international format: country code + area code + subscriber number. Below is the general structure used for both landlines and mobile numbers.
📱 Number Structure
- International format: +228 [area code] [subscriber number]
- From abroad: exit code + +228 + local number (drop the trunk prefix 0)
- Within Togo: dial the local number directly
A Togo number follows the published pattern +228 XXXXXXXX. Whatever sits in front of it at home — usually a trunk 0 — is stripped for international calls, so you dial your exit code, then +228, then the national number with that zero removed.
Time Zone in Togo
Togo is in the Africa/Lome time zone, which is UTC+00:00 relative to Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). If you are calling from a different time zone, remember to account for the time difference when scheduling your international call.
When planning a call to Togo, the time difference matters: a good time to reach businesses in Lome, the capital, during their working hours may be early morning or late evening in your own time zone. Many international callers use the UTC offset as a quick reference to avoid calling in the middle of the night.
Some countries observe daylight saving time (DST), which shifts the local clock by one hour during summer months. If Togo uses DST, the effective offset changes twice a year — check the current UTC offset before dialing if your call is time-sensitive. For most purposes, however, the standard offset shown above is sufficient.
Best Time to Call Togo
Business hours in Togo run roughly 09:00–18:00 local time. Because Togo sits at UTC+00:00, the window in which it is polite to call lands at a different hour for every caller. The table below converts Togo's working day into your own clock — and shows the hours to avoid so you do not wake anyone up.
| If you are in | Call Togo between | Avoid calling between |
|---|---|---|
| London | 09:00–18:00 | 23:00–07:00 |
| New York | 04:00–13:00 | 18:00–02:00 |
| Los Angeles | 01:00–10:00 | 15:00–23:00 |
| Sao Paulo | 06:00–15:00 | 20:00–04:00 |
| Dubai | 13:00–22:00 | 03:00–11:00 |
| Mumbai | 14:30–23:30 | 04:30–12:30 |
| Singapore | 17:00–02:00 | 07:00–15:00 |
| Sydney | 19:00–04:00 | 09:00–17:00 |
Times shown are standard time and ignore daylight saving, which shifts the clock by one hour in countries that observe it — around the clock change, add or subtract an hour from every figure above.
Emergency Numbers in Togo
If you need urgent help while in Togo, dial the local emergency numbers below. Note that these numbers are only for use inside Togo.
| Service | Number |
|---|---|
| Police | 117 |
| Fire | 118 |
| Ambulance | 8200 |
Example: Calling Togo Numbers in Practice
Here is how a typical call to Togo works, depending on where you are calling from:
🌍 From the United States or Canada
- Dial the US/Canada exit code 011
- Dial the Togo country code +228
- Dial the local number (area code + subscriber number, without the trunk prefix 0)
Example: 011 +228 [area code] [number]
🌍 From the United Kingdom or Europe
- Dial the international access code 00 (or use the + symbol on mobile)
- Dial the Togo country code +228
- Dial the local number
Example: 00 +228 [area code] [number], or +228 [area code] [number] from any mobile phone
If the number you are calling has a domestic trunk prefix (often 0) in front of the area code, omit it when dialing from abroad. The country code +228 replaces the trunk prefix entirely.
Calling Togo from Major Countries
International exit codes differ by country. These are the ones most often used to reach Togo (+228):
| Calling From | Exit Code | Full International Dialing |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 00 | 00 228 [local number] |
| France | 00 | 00 228 [local number] |
| United States | 011 | 011 228 [local number] |
| South Africa | 00 | 00 228 [local number] |
| United Arab Emirates | 00 | 00 228 [local number] |
| Nigeria | 009 | 009 228 [local number] |
| Kenya | 000 | 000 228 [local number] |
| India | 00 | 00 228 [local number] |
On mobile phones, the + symbol replaces the exit code entirely — just dial +228 followed by the local number.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the calling code for Togo?
The international calling code for Togo is +228.
How do I call Togo from the United States?
Dial 011 (US exit code), then +228, then the local phone number.
How do I call Togo from the United Kingdom?
Dial 00 (UK exit code), then +228, then the local phone number.
Can I use the + symbol instead of the exit code?
Yes! On mobile phones you can dial +228 directly followed by the local number. The + symbol automatically replaces your country's exit code.
How do I call within Togo?
If you're already in Togo, simply dial the local number directly. You do not need to use the country code +228 for domestic calls.
What is the capital of Togo?
The capital of Togo is Lome. When calling the capital from abroad, dial +228 followed by the local area code (without the leading 0) and the number.
What are the emergency numbers in Togo?
Police: 117, Fire: 118, Ambulance: 8200. These numbers are only valid inside Togo.
Is Togo a country?
Yes — Togo is a sovereign state, whose capital is Lome, and +228 is its international calling code.
Other Countries in Africa
Nearby countries and their calling codes:
Calling Togo from Egypt or South Africa works the same way: dial your local exit code first, then +228, then the local number. Within Africa, many callers simply use the + symbol on mobile to avoid exit-code differences.