Which country has the +229 calling code?
+229 is the international calling code for Benin
+229 is the international dialling code for Benin, whose capital is Porto-Novo. To call Benin from abroad, dial your country’s international access code (often 00 or +), then +229, then the local number without its leading zero.
Benin at a glance
| Country | 🇧🇯 Benin |
|---|---|
| Capital | Porto-Novo |
| Calling code | +229 |
| ISO codes | BJ / BEN |
| Currency | West African CFA franc (XOF) |
Frequently asked questions
Which country has the +229 calling code?
+229 is the international calling code for Benin.
How do you dial Benin from abroad?
To call Benin from another country, dial your international access code, then +229, then the local number (dropping any leading zero).
What is the capital of Benin?
The capital of Benin is Porto-Novo.
Looking for a different code? See the full list of country calling codes, or the Benin country profile.
Calling codes from open datasets (ITU-T E.164), compiled with the rest of the country data. Sources on the data page.