Ethiopia Temporary Phone Numbers
How to Receive SMS from Ethiopia with SMSFAST
Log in to your account
If you don't have a SMSFAST account, click "Registration" to create one. Otherwise, log in with your existing credentials.
Top up your balance
In the top right corner, click the "+" icon and select your preferred top-up method. Add the desired amount to your account.
Select Ethiopia
From the left-hand menu, click "Select country" and then choose "Ethiopia".
Select a service
From the list displayed, select the specific service you need and click on it.
Complete your purchase
Click "Buy" and wait a few seconds. We will confirm the purchase and activate your temporary Ethiopia number.
- Copy the phone number from the "Number" field and paste it into the service registration form.
- Wait for the verification code to appear in the "Code from SMS" field and use it to activate your service.
- You can also receive SMS messages by clicking the corresponding button in the "Actions" field for your SMS verification.
Why You May Need a Temporary Phone Number from Ethiopia (+251)
Ethiopia's digital economy is undergoing rapid development, with mobile technology becoming increasingly integral to daily life, banking, and online services, particularly through mobile money platforms. For business professionals, humanitarian workers, and individuals with connections to the country, a local Ethiopian (+251) phone number is a key tool for communication and accessing the country's evolving digital infrastructure. A temporary number provides a straightforward pathway to this essential network.
Unlocking Mobile Money and Emerging Digital Services
Daily life in Ethiopia is significantly reliant on mobile applications for financial transactions and services. Mobile money operators, such as Telebirr (Ethio Telecom) and M-Pesa (Safaricom Ethiopia), as well as other mobile banking initiatives, are becoming increasingly crucial for managing finances, making transfers, and conducting secure payments, often requiring an Ethiopian phone number for verification. Ride-hailing services like Feres, ZayRide, and Yango are gaining popularity in urban centers. Additionally, local e-commerce platforms and online service portals are emerging, often requiring a local phone number for account creation and security verification. A virtual phone number from Ethiopia allows you to receive the necessary SMS messages to get set up instantly and participate seamlessly in the local digital ecosystem.
Ensuring Personal Privacy and Controlled Communications
For expatriates, researchers, or business individuals operating in Ethiopia, maintaining privacy and security is a significant concern. A temporary phone number offers a secure way to manage communications without exposing your long-term personal phone number. You can receive SMS messages for important updates, security verification codes, or direct communications from local contacts, all while keeping your primary details private. This disposable phone acts as a buffer, safeguarding your main phone number from being inadvertently shared or subjected to unsolicited text messages or calls, providing a more secure and controlled communication channel for your needs in Ethiopia.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can use an Ethiopia temporary number from SMSFAST to get SMS codes for registrations and confirmations.
Yes. They help protect your SIM and reduce the chance of spam.
No, SMSFAST numbers do not support calls — they are SMS-only. Most services only require SMS verification, so call support is not needed.
They act like regular numbers but are provided online. With SMSFAST, you can instantly get SMS for verifications or logins.
It’s a simple way to keep your privacy safe while creating accounts, testing apps, or registering online.
Yes, Ethiopia numbers can receive one-time passwords, login codes, and other verification texts.
Ethiopia numbers for activations are valid for 20 minutes. If you need it longer, you can rent it for 1 day up to 1 month.