Africa
+229 / 229 is the international calling code for Benin (BJ). Use it to identify unknown calls, validate phone numbers, and place international calls.
Before dialing Benin (Africa), note the local time is 00:50. 1h ahead. Contacting between 09:00 and 18:00 local time is recommended.
To call Benin from another country, dial 011 + +229 + local number, or use +229 from mobile. Check local working hours in Porto-Novo before calling.
When returning an unknown international call, verify the full number and contact context first. Confirm identity through official channels to avoid premium-rate or spoofing risks.