Call Rates to the Congo
Current eFon rates for calls to the Congo. Compare mobile and landline destinations below.
Make cheap international calls to the Congo with eFon — the country dialing code is +242. The capital of the Congo is Brazzaville, in Middle Africa. Call mobiles and landlines and stay close to Congolese family and friends at low per-minute rates, with no subscription and no connection fees.
| Destination | Price per minute |
|---|---|
| Congo, landline | 0.37 $/min |
| Congo, Airtel, mobile | 0.48 $/min |
| Congo, Azur, mobile | 0.50 $/min |
| Congo, MTN, mobile | 0.40 $/min |
How to call the Congo with eFon
Dial +242 · local number
Calling the Congo with eFon is easy. Open eFon — International calls, top up once, and dial at low per-minute rates. Reach friends and family in Brazzaville, Pointe-Noire, Dolisie, Kayes, Owando and anywhere else in the Congo. The app keeps a stable connection and clear sound quality so you stay close to your loved ones abroad.
How to call Brazzaville
For example, a mobile number looks like +242 06 123 4567,
and a landline like +242 22 282 3456.
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Calling the Congo from Belgium
From a landline in Belgium, dial 00 242 and then the local number — for example 00 242 06 123 4567. On a mobile just type +242 instead of the exit code. In the eFon app you simply pick Congo from the list and enter the number.
When it's 09:00 in Brussels, it's 08:00 in Brazzaville — the Congo is 1 h behind Belgium. Good hours to call: 10:00–22:00 Brussels time, which is 09:00–21:00 in Brazzaville.
Calls to the Congo cost the same from Belgium as from anywhere else: from 0.31 €/min, no connection fee, no subscription.
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CanadaWeather in Brazzaville
Right now it's 30°C (86°F) in Brazzaville, Congo — Overcast, with winds around 2 km/h and humidity near 55%. Over the coming week, temperatures in Brazzaville range from about 23°C to 32°C. Expect showers on 7 of the next 7 days. Checking the local forecast helps you choose a good moment to call your loved ones there with eFon.
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7-day forecast for Brazzaville · Weather data by Open-Meteo
Frequently asked questions
How do I call the Congo with eFon?
Download eFon, complete the quick registration and top up your balance. Then dial +242 followed by the local number to start calling the Congo at low per-minute rates.
What is the dialing code for the Congo?
The country dialing code for the Congo is +242. To reach a number in the Congo, dial +242 followed by the local phone number.
How much does it cost to call the Congo?
EFon calls to the Congo start at 0.37 $ per minute. Billing is pay-as-you-go with no connection fees — use the currency switch above the rates to see prices in your preferred currency.
Which mobile networks in the Congo can I call?
With eFon you can call mobile numbers in the Congo on networks including Airtel, Azur, MTN, as well as landlines.
What is the capital of the Congo?
The capital of the Congo is Brazzaville, in Middle Africa. eFon connects calls to Brazzaville and the rest of the Congo at the same low rates.
Which cities in the Congo can I call?
EFon reaches phones across all of the Congo. Popular places to call include Pointe-Noire, Dolisie, Kayes, Owando, Ouésso, Loandjili, as well as the capital Brazzaville. Every call connects at the same low per-minute rate, to both mobiles and landlines.
How big is the Congo?
The Congo covers about 342,000 km² in Middle Africa, and eFon reaches every part of it at the same low per-minute rates.
What time zone is the Congo in?
The Congo is in the WAT time zone (UTC+1). Check the time difference from your own time zone so you call at a convenient hour — the clock on this page shows the current local time there.
What currency and languages are used in the Congo?
The currency of the Congo is the CFA Franc BEAC (XAF, FCFA). Commonly spoken languages include French, Kikongo, Lingala.
Which countries border the Congo?
The Congo shares a border with Angola, Cameroon, Central Africa, DR Congo, Gabon — you can call all of them with eFon too.
Are there any hidden fees?
No. eFon is pay-as-you-go — there is no subscription and no connection fee. You only pay the per-minute rate for the time you talk.
Where can I see all destinations?
Browse every available destination on the eFon destinations page.
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