This is the telephone area code for Lagos, the commercial capital and largest city in Nigeria.
How to Call Lagos from Overseas
- Dial your country's exit code (International Access Code)
- Dial 234 (Nigeria country code)
- Dial the area code (1)
- Dial the local phone number (7-8 digits)
Example: Calling Lagos from United Kingdom
00 234 1 123 4567
Where:
00 = United Kingdom exit code
234 = Nigeria country code
1 = Lagos area code (01 without the 0)
123 4567 = Local Lagos phone number
Quick Facts
Lagos Area Code Coverage
The 01 area code covers Lagos and surrounding areas in Lagos State:
Lagos Island
Central business district, financial center, government offices
Victoria Island
Upscale business district, embassies, luxury hotels, commercial hub
Ikeja
State capital, government buildings, Murtala Muhammed Airport
Lekki
New development area, residential estates, commercial centers
Apapa
Port area, industrial zone, shipping companies, logistics hub
Mainland Areas
Surulere, Yaba, Mushin, Agege, Oshodi, residential districts
Major Nigeria Area Codes
Common Exit Codes for Calling Nigeria
When calling Lagos from these countries, use these exit codes:
United Kingdom
00
United States
011
Ghana
00
South Africa
00
China
00
India
00