020
This is the telephone area code for Nairobi and surrounding areas in Nairobi County, Kenya.
How to Call Nairobi from Overseas
- Dial your country's exit code (International Access Code)
- Dial 254 (Kenya country code)
- Dial the area code (20 - without the leading 0)
- Dial the local phone number
Example: Calling Nairobi from United States
011 254 20 123 4567
Where:
011 = United States exit code
254 = Kenya country code
20 = Nairobi area code (020 without the 0)
123 4567 = Local Nairobi phone number
Quick Facts
020
Area Code
+254
Country Code
9-10 digit
Dialing Format
000
Kenya Exit Code
Nairobi Area Code Coverage
The 020 area code covers Nairobi and surrounding areas in Nairobi County:
Central Business District
CBD, Upper Hill, Westlands, Kilimani
North Nairobi
Gigiri, Runda, Muthaiga, Kitisuru
South Nairobi
Karen, Langata, South C, South B
East Nairobi
Eastleigh, Buruburu, Umoja, Embakasi
West Nairobi
Kangemi, Kawangware, Dagoretti, Lavington
Greater Nairobi
Kiambu, Thika, Limuru, Athi River, Kitengela
Major Kenya Area Codes
Common Exit Codes for Calling Kenya
When calling Nairobi from these countries, use these exit codes:
United States
011
United Kingdom
00
European Union
00
Canada
011
Australia
0011
South Africa
00