09
This is the telephone area code for Abuja and surrounding areas in Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory.
How to Call Abuja from Overseas
- Dial your country's exit code (International Access Code)
- Dial 234 (Nigeria country code)
- Dial the area code (9 - without the leading 0)
- Dial the local phone number (7 digits)
Example: Calling Abuja from the United States
011 234 9 123 4567
Where:
011 = U.S. exit code
234 = Nigeria country code
9 = Abuja area code (09 without the 0)
123 4567 = Local Abuja phone number
Quick Facts
09
Area Code
+234
Country Code
7 digits
Local Number Length
009
Nigeria Exit Code
Abuja Area Code Coverage
The 09 area code covers Abuja city and key districts in the Federal Capital Territory:
Central Abuja
Central Business District (CBD), Three Arms Zone, Maitama
Northern Abuja
Asokoro, Wuse, Garki
Southern Abuja
Guwaro Park, Apo, Nyanya
Western Districts
Gwarinpa, Kubwa, Life Camp
Eastern Areas
Jabi, Utako, Kado
Greater FCT
Suleja (Niger State border), Karu, Mararaba (partial coverage)
Major Nigeria Area Codes
Common Exit Codes for Calling Nigeria
When calling Abuja from these countries, use these exit codes:
United States
011
Australia
0011
European Union
00
Japan
010
China
00
Canada
011