Understanding Phone Numbers in Togo

Quick Reference Guide

• Country: Togo
• Country Code: +228
• International Prefix: 00
• National Prefix: None

Overview of Togo's Phone Number System

Togo's telephone numbering plan is structured according to the ITU-T E.164 international standard. This comprehensive guide is essential for telecom professionals, developers, and businesses involved in Togo's telecommunications sector.

Phone Number Structure and Format

Togo utilizes the ITU-T E.164 numbering plan, which is crucial for international compatibility. Here's how Togo's phone numbers are structured:

• Country Code: +228
• Subscriber Number Length: 8 digits
• Area Codes: Not used; all numbers are national.

General Number Format

• Format: [2-9]X{7}
• Example: 22812345678

Landline Numbers

Landline numbers in Togo begin with '2' and are followed by seven digits.

• Format: 2[2-7]X{6}
• Examples:
  • 22234567
  • 23345678

Mobile Numbers

Mobile numbers typically start with '7' or '9' and are followed by seven digits.

• Format:
  7[019]X{6} | 9[0-36-9]X{6}
  

• Examples:
  • 70123456
  • 90123456

Special Services Numbers

Special services numbers are shorter and used for emergency and premium-rate services.

• Format: X{3-4}
• Examples:
  • 117 (Police)
  • 118 (Fire Department)

Number Formats Table

Type	Format	Example
General Numbers	[2-9]X{7}	22812345678
Landline Numbers	2[2-7]X{6}	22234567
Mobile Numbers	7[019]X{6} | 9[0-36-9]X{6}	70123456
Special Services	X{3-4}	117

Dialing Procedures in Togo

Domestic Calls

• Landline to Landline: Dial the 8-digit number directly.
• Landline to Mobile: Dial the 8-digit number directly.
• Mobile to Mobile: Dial the 8-digit number directly.

International Calls

• Outgoing: Dial 00 + Country Code + Subscriber Number. For example, calling France: 00 33 123456789.
• Incoming: Dial +228 followed by the 8-digit local number.

Number Portability

Currently, mobile number portability is not supported in Togo, meaning subscribers cannot retain their numbers when switching operators.

Major Telecom Operators

Togo's major telecom operators include:

• Togo Telecom: Focuses on landline services.
• Togocel: Leading mobile operator with 7 and 9 prefixes.
• Moov Togo: Another key mobile operator using 7 and 9 prefixes.

Regulatory and Technical Information

Togo adheres to the ITU-T E.164 recommendation. The Autorité de Régulation des Communications Électroniques et des Postes (ARCEP) oversees telecommunications regulation in Togo.

Number Allocation and Management

ARCEP manages the allocation and regulation of phone numbers, ensuring compliance with international standards.

Technical Considerations for Developers

When working with Togo's phone numbers, consider the following:

• Validation: Use regular expressions to validate numbers. Example:
  ^(2[2-7]\d{6}|7[019]\d{6}|9[0-36-9]\d{6})$
  

• Formatting: Store numbers in E.164 format for compatibility.
• Portability: Note that number portability is not supported.

For more information, visit the ARCEP official website.