055
This is the telephone area code for Kakamega and surrounding areas in Kakamega County, Kenya.
How to Call Kakamega from Overseas
- Dial your country's exit code (International Access Code)
- Dial 254 (Kenya country code)
- Dial the area code (55 - without the leading 0)
- Dial the local phone number
Example: Calling Kakamega from Canada
011 254 55 123 4567
Where:
011 = Canada exit code
254 = Kenya country code
55 = Kakamega area code (055 without the 0)
123 4567 = Local Kakamega phone number
Quick Facts
055
Area Code
+254
Country Code
9-10 digit
Dialing Format
000
Kenya Exit Code
Kakamega Area Code Coverage
The 055 area code covers Kakamega and surrounding areas in Kakamega County:
Central Kakamega
CBD, Makunga, Mwamba, Shibuye
North Kakamega
Malava, Navakholo, Lugari, Matungu
South Kakamega
Shinyalu, Ikolomani, Khayega, Murhanda
East Kakamega
Butere, Mumias, Matungu, Khwisero
West Kakamega
Webuye, Bungoma, Kimilili, Ndivisi
Kakamega Forest Region
Kakamega Forest Reserve, Isecheno, Buyangu, Kisere
Major Kenya Area Codes
Common Exit Codes for Calling Kenya
When calling Kakamega from these countries, use these exit codes:
United States
011
Canada
011
United Kingdom
00
Uganda
000
Tanzania
000
Australia
0011