Virtual phone numbers from Nigeria
Get a Nigerian phone number for $19.95 per month.
Available in Lagos (234-201) and Abuja (234-209).
Use any device or software
Any device can be used to make and receive calls with your FlyNumber.
- Any SIP or VoIP app on iOS or Android
- Mac, PC, or Linux computer
- Desktop office phone
- Any regular phone number (to receive calls)
- Any VoIP solution (e.g. Asterisk, 3CX, 3rd party VoIP)
Choose from 4 powerful ways to use your FlyNumber
1.) Use FlyNumber SIP to make and receive calls
- Make and receive calls with your Nigeria number in any SIP calling app from the app stores — Zoiper, Groundwire, Linphone and more — or on a desk phone. We help you set it up.
- Incoming calls are included in the number's monthly rate; outgoing calls are billed per minute from your prepaid balance, with your Nigeria FlyNumber as the caller ID.
- Register up to 5 devices, with voicemail built in.
2.) Forward the Nigeria phone calls to any standard phone number worldwide
- For a low per min rate you can forward the Nigeria calls to any regular phone number in the world.
- You'll see the caller ID of the person calling your Nigeria FlyNumber on the phone you're forwarding to.
- Change the forwarding number anytime via the FlyNumber panel.
- Consider our optional cloud phone system to enhance call forwarding options.
3.) Set the Nigeria number directly to VoIP
- Set the Nigeria number directly to a SIP/VoIP address.
- We'll send the Nigeria calls to a VoIP destination for free (unlimited minutes).
- High level call logs to help diagnose/debug any issues.
- Use any 3rd party VoIP provider or your own PBX system (Asterisk, FreePBX, 3CX, etc.)
- In your FlyNumber panel this is the Forward to SIP / VoIP Address option.
4.) Use our (optional) cloud phone system
- An optional add-on: a full-featured cloud phone system for a flat $14.95 per month, covering your whole account.
- Add routing logic to your Nigeria FlyNumber — voice menus (IVR), ring groups, business hours, call recording, and up to 30 users.
- Quickly and easily configure the call flow on a digital grid type canvas.
- Outgoing calls from the phone system use the same per-minute rates from your prepaid balance.
- Usually you don't need it — one person with a softphone is better served by FlyNumber SIP.
Note
Switch between them any time from your FlyNumber panel. A fifth setting, Park the Number, stops the number ringing anywhere (callers hear busy) with no call charges.
FlyNumber’s stand-out features
- FlyNumber offers cost-efficient billing by charging per phone number instead of per user, making it ideal for managing multiple numbers.
- Keep your Nigerian number as long as you need it - no contracts or commitments required.
- Unlimited incoming minutes on VoIP calls to your Nigerian number.
- Change forwarding settings anytime through your account panel.
Registration Requirements
Registration is simple. Provide either personal information (your name and contact number) or business information (name, contact number, and company name).
You can use any address worldwide - just include the street, building number, postal code, city, and country.
Example use cases
Tech startups entering the Nigerian market.
A local Lagos number helps when working with Nigerian customers and partners. Useful for fintech apps, e-commerce platforms, or digital services operating remotely.
International businesses working with Nigerian organizations.
An Abuja number is helpful when dealing with government agencies, corporate headquarters, or diplomatic missions in the capital.
Nigerian diaspora staying connected.
Family and business contacts in Nigeria can reach you on a local number, avoiding international calling rates. Works from anywhere - London, New York, Dubai, or elsewhere.
Import/export businesses.
Coordinate shipments, communicate with suppliers, and handle customer service across time zones. No need for a physical office in Nigeria.
Remote customer support teams.
Give Nigerian customers a local number to call. Route calls to your support team anywhere in the world.
Call like a local, pay like a local
In many cases if you make outgoing calls to a Nigeria phone number using a Nigeria FlyNumber as the caller-ID the rate is significantly cheaper.
- The rate is sometimes 10x cheaper so if you call a certain country often, it pays to get a FlyNumber from there.
- Anytime you make outgoing calls with FlyNumber (via FlyNumber SIP or the optional phone system) there is a low per minute rate.
- You can make outgoing calls with FlyNumber SIP or from the optional phone system.
- More details on the phone system billing can be found in our docs.
General technical details on Nigeria numbers
- Country code is +234, followed by area codes and subscriber numbers.
- Lagos uses area code 1 (appearing as 234-1 internationally).
- Abuja uses area code 9 (appearing as 234-9 internationally).
- Nigerian phone numbers follow international standards for easy global connectivity.
FAQs
Can I forward my Nigerian FlyNumber to a local Nigerian mobile number?
Yes, you can forward your Nigerian FlyNumber to any local Nigerian mobile or landline. The original caller's ID is displayed, and you can change the forwarding number anytime via the FlyNumber panel. Additional per-minute rates apply.
How quickly can I start using my Nigerian virtual number?
Nigerian numbers require registration. Once you submit the required information and it's verified, your number usually activates in about 1–3 business days.
Can I use my Nigerian FlyNumber for SMS messages?
SMS functionality is not currently available for Nigerian numbers. However, you can still use your Nigerian FlyNumber for voice calls and all our other features including call forwarding, VoIP integration, and our cloud phone system.
Is it possible to have multiple Nigerian numbers for different cities?
Yes, you can have both Lagos and Abuja numbers on the same account. Each number is billed separately at $19.95 per month.
How reliable is the connection quality for Nigerian virtual numbers?
FlyNumber routes calls through established telecom carriers for reliable connections when forwarding to regular phones or using VoIP.
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