Area Code 2099 – Béréba/Fo/Houndé
The phone area code for Béréba/Fo/Houndé is 2099 (international format +2262099). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📍 Geographic Location of Béréba/Fo/Houndé
Geographic Overview
The +226 2099 prefix is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the Béréba, Fo, and Houndé areas in the Hauts-Bassins and Boucle du Mouhoun regions of Burkina Faso. These localities are situated in the western part of the country, with Houndé serving as the capital of the Tuy Province. The code covers fixed-line services within these administrative areas, including surrounding villages and rural communities.
Dialing Formats
When calling a number in this region from abroad, you must dial the international access code (e.g., 00 from most countries), followed by Burkina Faso's country code +226, then the NDC 2099, and finally the subscriber's 4-digit line number. The complete international format is: +226 2099 XXXX.
For domestic calls within Burkina Faso, the trunk prefix '0' is not used; you simply dial 2099 XXXX from any landline or mobile phone. If you are physically located in the same local area, you may still need to include the NDC, as local number portability and overlay practices may apply. Always confirm with your service provider if you experience issues.
Coverage and Administration
The prefix is administered by the Autorité de Régulation des Communications Électroniques (ARCE) and is allocated to fixed-line operators such as ONATEL (now part of Orange Burkina Faso) and other licensed PSTN providers. The service area includes the towns of Béréba, Fo, and Houndé, which are connected via a mix of copper and fiber-optic infrastructure.
Caller Instructions
For international callers: Replace the '+' with your country's exit code (e.g., 011 from the US/Canada, 00 from most European countries). Then dial 226 2099 followed by the local number. For example, to call a subscriber in Houndé with the local number 1234, you would dial +226 2099 1234 from a mobile phone.
For local callers: Simply dial 2099 followed by the 4-digit subscriber number. If you are calling from a mobile phone, the same format applies. No additional area code is required.
Important Notes
As of the latest ITU-T E.164 guidelines, Burkina Faso's numbering plan is closed, meaning the full national number (including the NDC) must always be dialed, even for local calls. The length of a national significant number is 8 digits (NDC + subscriber number). Ensure you have the correct 4-digit line number; if you only have a 5-digit subscriber number, you may be trying to reach a different geographic area.