Country code +234: which country is it?

The international dialing code +234 belongs to Nigeria.

This code appears in missed-call fraud (wangiri) alerts. Do not call back +234 numbers unless you know the caller.

  • Nigeria

Spain's Guardia Civil and National Police have flagged this code among the most used in missed-call (wangiri) scams. A number with this code is not necessarily a scam, but do not return missed calls from numbers you do not know.

Frequently asked questions

Which country uses the +234 code?

The international dialing code +234 belongs to Nigeria.

How do I call a number with the +234 code?

Dial +234 followed by the national number without the leading zero. International calls can be expensive depending on your plan.

What should I do after a missed call from +234?

Do not call back if you are not expecting contact from that country. A common scam called wangiri rings your phone once from an international number so you call back a premium-rate line. If it matters, the caller will try again or leave a message.