Call Rates to Uganda

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

Make cheap international calls to Uganda with eFon — the country dialing code is +256. The capital of Uganda is Kampala, in Eastern Africa. Call mobiles and landlines and stay close to Ugandan 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 Uganda. No connection fees.
DestinationPrice per minute
Uganda, landline0.29 $/min
Uganda, Airtel, mobile0.26 $/min
Uganda, Lyca, mobile0.28 $/min
Uganda, MTN, mobile0.28 $/min
Uganda, Others, mobile0.29 $/min

How to call Uganda with eFon

Dial +256 · local number

Calling Uganda with eFon is easy. Open eFon — International calls, top up once, and dial at low per-minute rates. Reach friends and family in Kampala, Gulu, Lira, Mbarara, Jinja and anywhere else in Uganda. The app keeps a stable connection and clear sound quality so you stay close to your loved ones abroad.

How to call Kampala

For example, a mobile number looks like +256 712 345678,
and a landline like +256 41 2345678.

Area codes in Uganda

Each city has its own area code — dial +256, then the city code, then the local number.

Telephone area codes for cities in Uganda
CityArea code
Kampala+256 41
Gulu+256 471
Lira+256 473
Mbarara+256 485
Jinja+256 43
Mbale+256 45

Republic of Uganda

Calling code+256

Geography

RegionEastern Africa
CapitalKampala
Area241550 km²

Population & economy

Population51 384 894
Fixed lines195 975
Mobile phones41 595 067
GDP$62.0 B
Major citiesKampala, Gulu, Lira

Figures from the World Bank

Uganda landscape — cheap calls with eFon
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Calling from abroad

Calling Uganda from Saudi Arabia

From a landline in Saudi Arabia, dial 00 256 and then the local number — for example 00 256 712 345678. On a mobile just type +256 instead of the exit code. In the eFon app you simply pick Uganda from the list and enter the number.

When it's 09:00 in Riyadh, it's also 09:00 in Kampala — Uganda and Saudi Arabia share the same time. Good hours to call: 09:00–21:00 Riyadh time, which is 09:00–21:00 in Kampala.

Calls to Uganda cost the same from Saudi Arabia as from anywhere else: from 0.26 $/min, no connection fee, no subscription.

Time in Uganda —
Your time —
Local weather

Weather in Kampala

Light drizzle
24°76°
Light drizzle
Feels like 27°C81°F 4 km/h2 mph 74%

Right now it's 24°C (76°F) in Kampala, Uganda — Light drizzle, with winds around 4 km/h and humidity near 74%. Over the coming week, temperatures in Kampala range from about 18°C to 28°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.

17:00 25°77° 48%
18:00 23°74° 33%
19:00 22°71° 23%
20:00 21°70° 14%
21:00 21°70° 8%
22:00 20°69° 4%
23:00 20°68° 3%
00:00 20°68° 2%
01:00 20°67° 1%
02:00 20°67° 0%
03:00 19°67° 0%
04:00 19°66° 0%
Today Heavy drizzle 76% 26°78°19°65°
Tue Drizzle 80% 25°78°19°66°
Wed Drizzle 90% 28°82°19°66°
Thu Thunderstorm 90% 27°80°19°67°
Fri Light showers 95% 25°76°18°65°
Sat Light drizzle 92% 24°76°19°67°
Sun Drizzle 96% 24°76°19°66°

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

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How do I call Uganda with eFon?

Download eFon, complete the quick registration and top up your balance. Then dial +256 followed by the local number to start calling Uganda at low per-minute rates.

What is the dialing code for Uganda?

The country dialing code for Uganda is +256. To reach a number in Uganda, dial +256 followed by the local phone number.

How much does it cost to call Uganda?

EFon calls to Uganda start at 0.26 $ 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 Uganda can I call?

With eFon you can call mobile numbers in Uganda on networks including Airtel, Lyca, MTN, as well as landlines.

What is the capital of Uganda?

The capital of Uganda is Kampala, in Eastern Africa. eFon connects calls to Kampala and the rest of Uganda at the same low rates.

Which cities in Uganda can I call?

EFon reaches phones across all of Uganda. Popular places to call include Gulu, Lira, Mbarara, Jinja, Bwizibwera, Mbale, as well as the capital Kampala. Every call connects at the same low per-minute rate, to both mobiles and landlines.

How big is Uganda?

Uganda covers about 241,550 km² in Eastern Africa, and eFon reaches every part of it at the same low per-minute rates.

What time zone is Uganda in?

Uganda is in the EAT time zone (UTC+3). 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 Uganda?

The currency of Uganda is the Ugandan Shilling (UGX, USh). Commonly spoken languages include English, Swahili.

Which countries border Uganda?

Uganda shares a border with DR Congo, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania — 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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