It is wonderful to have someone to call in a different country, but international calls can be hard to understand.Finding the easiest and least expensive method to call will make the process stress-free if you have someone in Nigeria.You can use a voice credit service, call from a cell phone, or use an online voice chat.
Step 1: Ask about your plan.
You can ask your phone service carrier about your international plan if you don't know about it.You can either call Nigeria for free or they will tell you the rate per minute.It is better to know how much you will be charged before you make the call.It is a good idea to inquire about the cost of calling from a cell phone or land line.
Step 2: You can dial your country's exit code.
Call your country's exit code.There is an exit code for the United States and Canada.You can use the internet to find the exit code for your country.
Step 3: There is a country code for Nigeria.
punch in the country code after you dial the exit code.Nigeria has a country code of 234.You may have to start over if you wait too long between calls.
Step 4: You can call the phone number.
The area code is included in the 7 to 8 number length of the call.A landline number would look like: 012 234 1 XXX XXXX.A cell phone number is 10 digits long.
Step 5: You can choose a service.
You can purchase a plan that allows you to call internationally from your cell phone with a voice credit service.The cost is usually less than the minutes your phone plan charges.There are a lot of voice credit services.Pick one that caters to Nigeria.You can call many countries with most services.You can call from your computer with some plans.There are a number of plans that should show up in the search.
Step 6: Purchase a plan.
You can purchase a monthly plan from most credit services.Pick a plan that works for you.If you won't be making regular calls, look for a service that will allow you to add a certain amount of money one time.Before you make a purchase, make sure to check the rate by minute for Nigeria.Before you use your credit card, make sure the service is legit.Before committing to a service, it's important for it to be reviewed by Google.
Step 7: You can call with an access number.
You can use the service's downloadable application or call with an access number.You can dial the access number for your location.When you made the purchase, you were given a PIN.To make the call, dial the phone number in Nigeria.Once you purchase the service, your access number will be sent to you.Depending on the service, you may have to call your country's exit code.
Step 8: The service's application can be downloaded.
You can make a call with some voice credit services.The app must be downloaded first.You can access the credit you have purchased by signing into your account.To complete the call, dial the number.
Step 9: Ask the person if they have a computer.
You can make a call to someone in another country.As long as they have internet service, the call will continue.If you add money to your account, you can call a regular phone number.If the other person has a cell phone with service, you can video chat them from another service if you have an Apple product.You can download it for free on your computer or mobile device.To begin using it, you will need to create an account.
Step 10: If necessary, add credit to Skype.
If you are calling another account, you will have to pay for the service.To make a phone call, go to your account and select Buy Credit, select an amount, add your payment information, and then press "Pay Now." You will be able to make calls until the credit runs out.Both parties must own Apple products to use the free chat.
Step 11: To be the person's contact.
If you are calling another account, you will need to put them on your contact list first.Ask the person to be their friend if they are using the service.You can talk or video chat them if they accept.You don't need their phone number for FaceTime.
Step 12: Call for a chat.
Find your friend's name in your contact list.To make a call, press the red button that looks like a telephone.You can begin talking if the person accepts.The internet needs to be working for the call to go through.You can leave a message on the person's phone if they don't answer.