Telephone numbers in Cameroon
In today's world, Telephone numbers in Cameroon is a topic that has captured the attention of people of all ages and walks of life. From its impact on society to its implications on technology, Telephone numbers in Cameroon has been the subject of numerous discussions and debates in recent years. As we continue to explore this phenomenon, it becomes imperative to closely examine its different aspects and understand how it is shaping our world today. In this article, we will delve into the various facets of Telephone numbers in Cameroon and explore its relevance in our daily lives.
| Location | |
|---|---|
| Country | Cameroon |
| Continent | Africa |
| Format | 2 XX XX XX XX (landline) 6 83 79 25 11 (mobile) |
| Access codes | |
| Country code | +237 |
| International access | 00 |
| Long-distance | n/a |
The following are the telephone codes for Cameroon.
History
On November 21, 2014, numbers were expanded from 8 to 9 digits, by prefixing with 2 or 6.
1 June 2007 - national renumbering to 8 digits, when 7-digit numbers were expanded to eight digits.
September 2004 - new mobile number ranges assigned.
26 October 2001 - national renumbering to 7-digit plan Cameroon's previous 6-digit national numbers were changed to 7 digits on 26 October 2001. There was no indication of a permissive dialling period.
Current calling formats
For calls within Cameroon, use just the 9 digits : 6640xxxxx
For calls from outside the country, add the code for Cameroon : '+237 6640xxxxx
Changes as of November 21, 2014
| Old numbers | New numbers | Service/Carrier |
|---|---|---|
| +237 xxxxxxxx | +237 2xxxxxxxx | fixed, CAMTEL |
| +237 xxxxxxxx | +237 6xxxxxxxx | mobile |
Previous changes in 2007
Previous changes in 2004
September 2004 - new mobile number ranges assigned
New mobile number ranges were assigned.
+237 5xxxxxx for MTN (plus existing +237 7xxxxxx range)
+237 6xxxxxx for Orange (plus existing +237 9xxxxxx range, formerly SCM)
Previous changes in 2001
26 October 2001 - national renumbering to 7-digit plan Cameroon's previous 6-digit national numbers were changed to 7 digits on 26 October 2001. There was no indication of a permissive dialling period.
References
- ^ "Cameroon's New Telephone Numbering Scheme will Increase Available Numbers from 80 to 800 million - AfrICT (Africa ICT)". www.africt.com.
- ^ "Cameroon 2007 expansion". www.wtng.info.
- ^ a b "Cameroon 2004 mobile expansion". www.itu.int.
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