Cheap Calls to Nigeria
From $0.33/min
Call any Nigerian mobile directly from your browser. MTN, Glo, Airtel, 9mobile — all networks, one low rate: $0.33/min.
Your family in Lagos has spotty internet. Your bank in Nigeria needs a phone call to verify a transaction. And your UK or US carrier wants $2–3 per minute. With GlobCall, a 30-minute call to Nigeria costs just $9.90 — not $60–90. No app needed on their end. Works anywhere they have phone signal.
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Nigeria
Mobile rate
$0.33/min
Landline rate
$0.35/min
Common greeting
Hello / Bawo ni (Yoruba)
Common goodbye
Bye / O dabọ (Yoruba — See you)
How far does your credit go?
15 min
14 min
30 min
28 min
60 min
57 min
151 min
142 min
Credits never expire • Add more anytime from $5
Good to know: 95%+ of Nigerians use mobile phones. Landlines are rare — so you'll almost always be calling mobiles at $0.33/min.
How Much Does It Cost to Call Nigeria?
Most carriers charge a premium for calls to African countries. Without an international add-on, you're looking at $0.50–3.50/min from the US or UK. GlobCall cuts that to $0.33/min — same rate whether you're calling Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, or a village in Kano State.
| Calling from | Typical carrier | Carrier rate | GlobCall |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 USA | AT&T / Verizon | $0.50–3.50/min | $0.33/min |
| 🇬🇧 UK | BT / Vodafone | £0.30–2.50/min | $0.33/min |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | Bell / Rogers | CAD 0.40–2.50/min | $0.33/min |
| 🇦🇪 UAE | du / e& | AED 1.80–5.00/min | $0.33/min |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | Telekom / Vodafone | €0.50–3.00/min | $0.33/min |
| 🇿🇦 South Africa | Vodacom / MTN | ZAR 4.00–12.00/min | $0.33/min |
Carrier rates shown are standard pay-per-use without international add-ons (as of early 2026). Your actual rate may differ depending on plan and account type.
BT (UK)
£3–25
10 min to Nigeria mobile
AT&T (USA)
$5–35
10 min to Nigeria mobile
GlobCall
$3.30
Same 10 min call
A weekly 20-minute call to Nigeria costs about $520–3,640/year with your carrier (depending on your plan). With GlobCall, the same 1,040 minutes costs just $343/year. That's the difference between rationing your calls and talking as long as you want. Check rates for other African countries →
How to Call Nigeria from Your Browser
No calling card, no carrier add-on, no Skype — it was discontinued. Five steps, under a minute.
Go to GlobCall.com and sign in
Or create a free account — takes 30 seconds with just an email.
Select Nigeria 🇳🇬 from the dropdown
The country code +234 is added automatically.
Enter the phone number
Drop the leading 0. If the number is 0803 123 4567, enter 803 123 4567 (10 digits).
See the per-minute rate displayed
You know exactly what you'll pay before the call connects — $0.33/min for mobiles.
Click Call — connected in seconds
The call routes over your internet connection to any Nigerian mobile network.
Nigerian mobile number format
- Full format: 0803 123 4567 (11 digits with leading 0)
- International format: +234 803 123 4567 (drop the 0, add +234)
- On GlobCall: Just enter 803 123 4567 — we add the +234
Nigerian mobile prefixes by network
Numbers are portable between networks, so prefixes aren't always accurate. GlobCall routes to all networks automatically.
Why GlobCall for Calls to Nigeria
Calling cards to Nigeria are notorious for hidden fees. Skype shut down in 2025. WhatsApp only works if the other person has stable internet — and in Nigeria, that's not always the case. Here's why GlobCall is different.
You see the price before you dial
The per-minute rate shows on screen before the call connects. $0.33/min to any Nigerian mobile. No connection fee, no minute-rounding, no surprises.
Works when WhatsApp doesn't
Nigerian internet can be unreliable — especially outside major cities. GlobCall connects to the phone network directly, so it works anywhere they have mobile signal.
Perfect for Nigerian banks
GTBank, Access Bank, Zenith, First Bank — Nigerian banks require phone verification for many transactions. GlobCall lets you call them without carrier fees eating into your money.
Same rate from anywhere
Whether you're calling from London, Houston, Toronto, or Dubai — the rate to Nigeria stays the same. No location-based surcharges.
Shared balance for the family
One account works on multiple devices. Your whole family can use the same credit to call Nigeria — no separate purchases needed.
Works for business too
Calling partners in Lagos, suppliers in Onitsha, or your Nigerian office? GlobCall supports team accounts with shared billing and detailed call logs.
Running a business? GlobCall for teams and enterprises · See rates for all African countries
Who Calls Nigeria?
Nigeria has one of the largest diasporas in Africa. Over 15 million Nigerians live abroad — in the UK, US, Canada, UAE, South Africa, and beyond. Most international calls to Nigeria are people staying connected with family.
~250,000+ Nigerians
Largest African diaspora in the UK. Heavy concentration in London, Manchester, Birmingham. Weekly calls home are the norm for most families.
~400,000+ Nigerians
Growing community in Houston, Atlanta, NYC, DMV area. Professionals, students, and families maintaining strong ties back home.
~60,000+ Nigerians
Fast-growing community in Toronto, Calgary, and Edmonton. Many recent immigrants call frequently in the first years.
~100,000+ Nigerians
Large Nigerian expat population in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Business, construction, and services. Regular calls to coordinate family matters.
~30,000+ Nigerians
Business and trade connections. Many Nigerians in Johannesburg for commerce and entrepreneurship.
~20,000+ Nigerians
Growing community, especially in Frankfurt, Berlin, and Hamburg. Students and professionals.
Living in the UK or USA? Same $0.33/min to Nigeria from anywhere. View all rates →
Good to know before you call
Nigeria has over 200 million mobile subscribers — the largest telecom market in Africa. The four main carriers are MTN Nigeria (market leader), Glo (Globacom), Airtel Nigeria, and 9mobile. Most Nigerians have prepaid SIM cards, often multiple from different networks.
When to call
Nigeria is on West Africa Time (WAT), which is UTC+1. Same as UK during winter, 1 hour ahead of UK during summer. Best window for family calls is evenings 6–9 PM Nigerian time.
Country code
+234
GlobCall adds it for you
Emergency (Nigeria)
Police 112 · Fire 112 · Ambulance 112
Common reasons people call Nigeria
- Family calls: Checking in with parents, grandparents, and extended family. Many older Nigerians don't use WhatsApp or have unreliable internet — a phone call is the most reliable way to reach them.
- Banking: Nigerian banks (GTBank, Access, Zenith, First Bank, UBA) often require phone verification for transactions, especially for diaspora accounts. You'll need to call customer service on a Nigerian number.
- Business: Nigeria is Africa's largest economy. If you're doing business in West Africa, you're calling Lagos, Port Harcourt, or Abuja regularly.
- Emergencies: When something happens at home and you need to reach family immediately — not wait for them to find WiFi.
- Property and legal: Coordinating with lawyers, estate agents, or property managers on matters back home.
Wondering if WhatsApp calls work in Nigeria? Looking for the best Skype alternative for Africa? Check Google Voice rates to Nigeria.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the cheapest way to call Nigeria from the US or UK?
A browser-based VoIP service like GlobCall. US and UK carriers charge $0.50–3.50/min for calls to Nigeria without international add-ons. GlobCall is $0.33/min to Nigerian mobiles — no monthly fee, no contract, no hidden charges.
Can I call a Nigerian landline from abroad?
Yes, though landlines are rare in Nigeria today. Over 95% of Nigerians use mobile phones. Landline calls cost $0.35/min with GlobCall — slightly more than mobile ($0.33/min) because landline infrastructure in Nigeria is limited and more expensive to route.
What is the country code for Nigeria?
+234. For mobile numbers, that's +234 followed by 10 digits (drop the leading 0). Example: 0803 123 4567 becomes +234 803 123 4567. GlobCall adds the +234 automatically when you select Nigeria.
Can I call Nigeria for free?
WhatsApp is free if both people have the app and stable data — but Nigerian internet can be unreliable, especially outside Lagos and Abuja. For important calls to banks, businesses, or family with poor connectivity, you need a service that connects to the actual phone network. GlobCall gives you one free call to try.
How do I call a Nigerian mobile number?
Nigerian mobiles are 11 digits starting with 0 (e.g., 0803, 0805, 0701, 0816). Drop the leading 0 when dialing internationally. On GlobCall: select Nigeria, enter 10 digits without the 0, and we handle the +234.
Which Nigerian mobile networks does GlobCall reach?
All of them — MTN Nigeria, Glo (Globacom), Airtel Nigeria, and 9mobile. Numbers are portable between networks, so the prefix doesn't always indicate the carrier. GlobCall routes to all Nigerian networks automatically.
What time should I call Nigeria?
Nigeria is on West Africa Time (WAT), which is UTC+1 — same as UK during winter, 6 hours ahead of US East Coast. Best time for family calls is evenings 6–9 PM Nigerian time.
Are calling cards worth it for Nigeria?
Usually not. Most Nigeria calling cards charge $0.50–1.00 connection fees and bill in 3-minute blocks. A $20 card might get you 25–30 minutes after all fees. GlobCall has no connection fee, bills per actual minute, and credits never expire.
Do I need to install anything?
No. GlobCall runs in any modern browser — Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge. Open the site, sign in, dial. Works on laptop, phone, or tablet.
How does billing work?
Buy credit from $5. The per-minute rate ($0.33 for Nigerian mobiles) is deducted as you talk. You see the rate before the call connects. Unused credit stays in your account forever — it doesn't expire.
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