Call Rates to Senegal

Current eFon rates for calls to Senegal. Compare mobile and landline destinations below.

Make cheap international calls to Senegal with eFon — the country dialing code is +221. The capital of Senegal is Dakar, in Western Africa. Call mobiles and landlines and stay close to Senegalese family and friends at low per-minute rates, with no subscription and no connection fees.

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eFon per-minute call rates to Senegal. No connection fees.
DestinationPrice per minute
Senegal, landline0.22 $/min
Senegal, Promobile, mobile0.36 $/min
Senegal, Expresso, mobile0.41 $/min
Senegal, Free, mobile0.35 $/min
Senegal, Hayo, mobile0.41 $/min
Senegal, Orange, mobile0.29 $/min

How to call Senegal with eFon

Dial +221 · local number

Calling Senegal with eFon is easy. Open eFon — International calls, top up once, and dial at low per-minute rates. Reach friends and family in Dakar, Pikine, Touba, Thiès, Saint-Louis and anywhere else in Senegal. The app keeps a stable connection and clear sound quality so you stay close to your loved ones abroad.

How to call Dakar

For example, a mobile number looks like +221 70 123 45 67,
and a landline like +221 30 101 23 45.

Republic of Senegal

Calling code+221

Geography

RegionWestern Africa
CapitalDakar
Area196722 km²

Population & economy

Population18 931 966
Fixed lines297 046
Mobile phones22 922 932
GDP$37.0 B
Major citiesDakar, Pikine, Touba

Figures from the World Bank

Senegal landscape — cheap calls with eFon
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Calling from abroad

Calling Senegal from the Netherlands

From a landline in the Netherlands, dial 00 221 and then the local number — for example 00 221 70 123 45 67. On a mobile just type +221 instead of the exit code. In the eFon app you simply pick Senegal from the list and enter the number.

When it's 09:00 in Amsterdam, it's 07:00 in Dakar — Senegal is 2 h behind the Netherlands. Good hours to call: 11:00–22:00 Amsterdam time, which is 09:00–20:00 in Dakar.

Calls to Senegal cost the same from the Netherlands as from anywhere else: from 0.19 €/min, no connection fee, no subscription.

Time in Senegal —
Your time —
Local weather

Weather in Dakar

Light drizzle
30°86°
Light drizzle
Feels like 36°C96°F 12 km/h7 mph 77%

Right now it's 30°C (86°F) in Dakar, Senegal — Light drizzle, with winds around 12 km/h and humidity near 77%. Over the coming week, temperatures in Dakar range from about 27°C to 32°C. Expect showers on 1 of the next 7 days. Checking the local forecast helps you choose a good moment to call your loved ones there with eFon.

14:00 30°86° 50%
15:00 30°85° 65%
16:00 30°85° 66%
17:00 29°85° 59%
18:00 29°84° 49%
19:00 28°83° 35%
20:00 28°83° 18%
21:00 28°83° 6%
22:00 28°83° 2%
23:00 28°83° 2%
00:00 28°82° 2%
01:00 28°82° 2%
Today Thunderstorm 66% 30°86°27°81°
Tue Overcast 45% 32°89°27°81°
Wed Overcast 2% 32°89°27°81°
Thu Mainly clear 4% 32°90°28°82°
Fri Mainly clear 7% 32°90°28°82°
Sat Clear sky 8% 32°89°28°82°
Sun Overcast 14% 32°89°28°82°

7-day forecast for Dakar · Weather data by Open-Meteo

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How do I call Senegal with eFon?

Download eFon, complete the quick registration and top up your balance. Then dial +221 followed by the local number to start calling Senegal at low per-minute rates.

What is the dialing code for Senegal?

The country dialing code for Senegal is +221. To reach a number in Senegal, dial +221 followed by the local phone number.

How much does it cost to call Senegal?

EFon calls to Senegal start at 0.22 $ 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 Senegal can I call?

With eFon you can call mobile numbers in Senegal on networks including Promobile, Expresso, Free, Hayo, Orange, as well as landlines.

What is the capital of Senegal?

The capital of Senegal is Dakar, in Western Africa. eFon connects calls to Dakar and the rest of Senegal at the same low rates.

Which cities in Senegal can I call?

EFon reaches phones across all of Senegal. Popular places to call include Pikine, Touba, Thiès, Saint-Louis, Thiès Nones, Kaolack, as well as the capital Dakar. Every call connects at the same low per-minute rate, to both mobiles and landlines.

How big is Senegal?

Senegal covers about 196,722 km² in Western Africa, and eFon reaches every part of it at the same low per-minute rates.

What time zone is Senegal in?

Senegal is in the GMT time zone (UTC+0). 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 Senegal?

The currency of Senegal is the CFA Franc BCEAO (XOF, CFA). Commonly spoken languages include French.

Which countries border Senegal?

Senegal shares a border with Gambia, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Mali, Mauritania — 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.

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4.8 out of 5 on the App Store · 5 406 ratings in total
call quality is usually good, & costs less than other international calling apps
Awet MohammedGoogle Play
"International calls" offers affordable rates to Africa, Europe, Asia, and Latin America, saving me a lot compared to my mobile operator. The call quality is excellent with clear sound and no interruptions, even on weak internet. The app is user-friendly, easy to top up, and allows calls over Wi-Fi for maximum convenience. Highly recommended!
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It’s great app to calling Africa I love it🙏
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It costs yes, but honestly all I have is gratitude. The price I am charged is really low for the benefit i recieve and the quality of the calls. I would have been so lost without it. my only negative comment is that if I open certain apps like my bank, it instantly disconnects the call. The negative thought is absorbable for the overall package. That being said, if that could be fixed then I'd find it perfect.
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This is for the first time ever I am using this app and I am so happy with it. Thank you for your service👍😀
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Great app. Cheap call rates, works with landlines and mobiles, good call quality, and easy to use. Saved me a lot of money calling a parent from North America on a recent trip.
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Great working 👍🏻 but, Cost per minute is a bit high
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