Call Rates to Zambia

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

Make cheap international calls to Zambia with eFon — the country dialing code is +260. The capital of Zambia is Lusaka, in Eastern Africa. Call mobiles and landlines and stay close to Zambian 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 Zambia. No connection fees.
DestinationPrice per minute
Zambia, landline0.33 $/min
Zambia, Airtel, mobile0.33 $/min
Zambia, MTN, mobile0.33 $/min
Zambia, Others, mobile0.31 $/min
Zambia, Zamtel, mobile0.31 $/min

How to call Zambia with eFon

Dial +260 · local number

Calling Zambia with eFon is easy. Open eFon — International calls, top up once, and dial at low per-minute rates. Reach friends and family in Lusaka, Ndola, Kitwe, Chipata, Kabwe and anywhere else in Zambia. The app keeps a stable connection and clear sound quality so you stay close to your loved ones abroad.

How to call Lusaka

For example, a mobile number looks like +260 95 5123456,
and a landline like +260 211 234 567.

Area codes in Zambia

Each city has its own area code — dial +260, then the city code, then the local number.

Telephone area codes for cities in Zambia
CityArea code
Lusaka+260 211

Republic of Zambia

Calling code+260

Geography

RegionEastern Africa
CapitalLusaka
Area752612 km²

Population & economy

Population21 913 874
Fixed lines73 688
Mobile phones23 170 376
GDP$28.9 B
Major citiesLusaka, Ndola, Kitwe

Figures from the World Bank

Zambia landscape — cheap calls with eFon
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We watch the market every day to give you clear voice quality at some of the lowest per-minute rates around — with no connection fees and no surprises on your bill.

Calling from abroad

Calling Zambia from the UK

From a landline in the United Kingdom, dial 00 260 and then the local number — for example 00 260 95 5123456. On a mobile just type +260 instead of the exit code. In the eFon app you simply pick Zambia from the list and enter the number.

When it's 09:00 in London, it's 10:00 in Lusaka — Zambia is 1 h ahead of the United Kingdom. Good hours to call: 08:00–20:00 London time, which is 09:00–21:00 in Lusaka.

Calls to Zambia cost the same from the UK as from anywhere else: from 0.28 €/min, no connection fee, no subscription.

Time in Zambia —
Your time —
Local weather

Weather in Lusaka

Clear sky
26°79°
Clear sky
Feels like 23°C74°F 17 km/h11 mph 35%

Right now it's 26°C (79°F) in Lusaka, Zambia — Clear sky, with winds around 17 km/h and humidity near 35%. Over the coming week, temperatures in Lusaka range from about 18°C to 33°C. Little to no rain is expected this week. Checking the local forecast helps you choose a good moment to call your loved ones there with eFon.

19:00 26°79° 0%
20:00 25°78° 0%
21:00 24°76° 0%
22:00 24°75° 0%
23:00 23°74° 0%
00:00 22°72° 0%
01:00 22°71° 0%
02:00 21°69° 0%
03:00 20°69° 0%
04:00 20°68° 0%
05:00 20°69° 0%
06:00 20°68° 0%
Today Overcast 0% 32°89°18°65°
Tue Clear sky 0% 33°91°20°68°
Wed Partly cloudy 0% 33°92°21°70°
Thu Partly cloudy 0% 32°90°22°71°
Fri Mainly clear 0% 33°91°21°70°
Sat Mainly clear 0% 31°88°21°70°
Sun Clear sky 0% 33°92°22°71°

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

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How do I call Zambia with eFon?

Download eFon, complete the quick registration and top up your balance. Then dial +260 followed by the local number to start calling Zambia at low per-minute rates.

What is the dialing code for Zambia?

The country dialing code for Zambia is +260. To reach a number in Zambia, dial +260 followed by the local phone number.

How much does it cost to call Zambia?

EFon calls to Zambia start at 0.31 $ 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 Zambia can I call?

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

What is the capital of Zambia?

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

Which cities in Zambia can I call?

EFon reaches phones across all of Zambia. Popular places to call include Ndola, Kitwe, Chipata, Kabwe, Chingola, Mufulira, as well as the capital Lusaka. Every call connects at the same low per-minute rate, to both mobiles and landlines.

How big is Zambia?

Zambia covers about 752,612 km² in Eastern Africa, and eFon reaches every part of it at the same low per-minute rates.

What time zone is Zambia in?

Zambia is in the CAT time zone (UTC+2). 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 Zambia?

The currency code used in Zambia is ZMW. Commonly spoken languages include English.

Which countries border Zambia?

Zambia shares a border with Angola, Botswana, DR Congo, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Tanzania, Zimbabwe — 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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