How to Make International Call to Ghana
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Country Code
+233
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About Calling Ghana
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To call Ghana, dial your international access code, then 233, then drop the 0 and add the area or mobile code plus the local number. HelloAirDial routes international calls to Ghana in your browser with clear per minute rates and no SIM or calling card.
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💼 Business
- Coordinate with suppliers, exporters, and partners in Accra and other hubs.
- Support remote teams, sales, and project work across Ghanaian regions.
🏦 Banking
- Verify transactions or mobile money activity with Ghanaian banks.
- Resolve card, loan, or account issues that require voice confirmation.
👪 Friends & family
- Stay in touch with relatives and friends living or studying in Ghana.
- Share updates for events like weddings, funerals, and celebrations.
Common challenges: International calls to Ghana can be affected by higher mobile termination rates, variable rural coverage, and confusion over local prefixes when dropping the trunk 0.
Useful information about Ghana
Use HelloAirDial for cheap calls to Ghana and reliable international calls to Ghana. Learn how to call Ghana easily with clear pricing and solid coverage.
- Country code: +233
- Primary time zone: Africa/Accra
- Rates from: $0.97/minute
Popular cities in Ghana:
- Accra (capital) · 30Capital and main business hub on the Gulf of Guinea.
- Kumasi · 32Ashanti regional capital and key commercial center.
- Takoradi · 31Twin city with Sekondi, important port and oil hub.
- Tamale · 37Northern regional capital and transport crossroads.
Timezones in Ghana:
1 time zone
Africa/Accra
Single time zone; business hours are consistent across the country.
Common languages spoken in Ghana:
- English (official)
- Twi
- Ewe
- Ga
Telecom providers used within Ghana:
- MTN Ghana · mobile/data - Largest mobile network with wide urban and regional coverage.
- Vodafone Ghana · mobile/fixed-line/data - Major provider for mobile and fixed services in cities.
- AirtelTigo · mobile/data - Mobile operator with focus on voice and data bundles.
Guide to calling Ghana
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Working days
Typical working days: Monday-Friday. Confirm with local teams during holidays.
Business hours
Business hours often run from 08:30 to 17:00. Typical office hours in Ghana follow a single GMT timezone.
Professional calling etiquette
- Use formal greetings and titles at the start of business calls.
- Be punctual for scheduled calls and confirm by message or email.
- Follow up agreements in writing after important phone discussions.
How to greet
- Hello, good morning
- Good afternoon, may I speak with ...
- Akwaaba, this is [your name] calling from [company]
Public holidays
- Independence Day — 03-06
- Republic Day — 07-01
- Founders Day — 08-04
Emergency numbers
Keep these numbers handy for critical situations. Use the local emergency line when in Ghana.
- General emergency: 112
- Police: 191
- Ambulance: 193
- Fire: 192
Call the appropriate service first, then follow local guidance. Provide your location and stay on the line until advised otherwise.
How to Dial Ghana
To call Ghana, dial your exit code (or +), then +233, followed by the area or mobile code and local number. Drop any local trunk prefix (like 0) when dialing internationally.
Dialing format
+233 + [area or mobile code without leading 0] + 7 to 8 digit subscriber number
- Mobile: 02X 123 4567.
- Landline: 03X 456 7890.
- Remove local trunk prefixes (e.g., leading 0) and confirm number length before placing the call.
Common mistakes while calling Ghana
- Forgetting to remove the leading 0 from Ghanaian numbers after the country code.
- Dialing the wrong total number of digits for mobile or landline lines.
- Using an outdated area code after local network changes.
- Not checking time difference and calling outside local waking hours.
Step-by-step dial guide
- Dial your international exit code (e.g., 00 or +).
- Enter the country code: +233.
- Add the area or mobile code.
- Dial the local number (drop any leading 0).
FAQs about calling Ghana
How do I call a mobile or landline in Ghana from abroad?
Dial your exit code, then 233, then the area or mobile code without the leading 0, plus the local number. Use HelloAirDial to avoid high carrier surcharges.
What is the best time to call Ghana from overseas?
Ghana uses GMT, so late morning and early evening Ghana time work best. Check the time difference and avoid very late night calls.
How much do calls to Ghana cost with HelloAirDial?
HelloAirDial shows transparent per minute rates to Ghana before you dial, often cheaper than mobile roaming or traditional calling cards.
Will my caller ID show when I call Ghana?
HelloAirDial sends caller ID where Ghanaian networks support it, so your contacts can recognize and return your calls when possible.
What if my call to Ghana does not connect or drops?
Check the number format, remove the leading 0, confirm coverage, then redial via HelloAirDial, which auto selects stable routes for Ghana.