Country Calling Code for Congo: +242
The country calling code for Congo is +242. Dial it after your international exit code when calling Congo from abroad.
Quick facts: Congo
| Country calling code | +242 |
|---|---|
| ISO code (alpha-2) | CG |
| ISO code (alpha-3) | COG |
| ISO numeric code | 178 |
| Capital | Brazzaville |
| Region | Africa — Middle Africa |
| Currency | Central African CFA franc (XAF) |
| Languages | French, Kikongo, Lingala |
| Internet domain | .cg |
| Area | 342,000 km² |
| Coordinates | -1, 15 |
How to call Congo from abroad
Dial your country's international exit code (for example 011 from the USA and Canada, or 00 from most of Europe), then the country calling code +242, then the local number. In most countries, drop the leading trunk 0 from the local number when dialling internationally.
Frequently asked questions
What is the country calling code for Congo?
The country calling code for Congo is +242.
How do I call Congo from another country?
Dial your international exit code, then +242, then the local number (dropping any leading trunk 0 in most countries).
What is the capital of Congo?
The capital of Congo is Brazzaville.
What is the ISO country code for Congo?
Congo is CG (alpha-2) / COG (alpha-3).