Central African Republic country code, +236 explained.
The Central African Republic, located at the heart of Africa, relies heavily on agriculture, mining, and humanitarian aid networks that depend on reliable international communication.
Full dial format
+236 XXX XXXXXXX
Central African Republic
CF
2 Digit ISO
+236
Country Calling Code
CAF
3 Digit ISO
Capital
Bangui
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Time Zone
Africa/Bangui
Weather · Bangui
Humidity
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How To Call Central African Republic: Country Code +236
Calling Central African Republic from abroad is simple. Just follow these four steps to connect.
Know Your Exit Code
Every country has an exit code for international calls. In the US it is "011". Look yours up online — it takes seconds.
Dial Central African Republic Country Code
Dial +236 right after your exit code. This is the country code for Central African Republic.
Find the Area Code
Cities in Central African Republic use different area codes. Find the one for the place you are calling.
Dial the Local Phone Number
Enter the 6–8 digit number of the person or business you want to reach.
Example
To call a friend in a Central African Republiccity with the area code and local number, you'd dial (from the US): 011 · +236 · [area code] · [local number]
Or use +236 directly on mobile — no exit code needed.
Central African Republic — Key Facts & Calling Guide
Everything you need before dialing Central African Republic.
Country Details
- Country Code+236
- CapitalBangui
- RegionAfrica
- TimezoneAfrica/Bangui
- Numbering ZoneZone 2
- Code LengthN/A
How to Dial Central African Republic
- 1Dial your exit code (e.g. 011 from the US, 00 from Europe).
- 2Add the country code: +236.
- 3Enter the area code, if the city requires one.
- 4Dial the local subscriber number.
Full Dial Format
Exit Code + 236 + Area + Number
Additional Tips
A few things to keep in mind before you dial Central African Republic — from mobile prefixes to timing your call just right.
Mobile Phones
Drop the leading "0" in the area code and dial directly after +236 when reaching mobiles in Central African Republic.
Cost
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Time Differences
Central African Republic runs on Africa/Bangui. It's currently --:-- there — call at a sensible local hour.
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