Tanzania Temporary Phone Numbers
How to Receive SMS from Tanzania with SMSFAST
Log in to your account
If you don't have a SMSFAST account, click "Register" 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.
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Select Tanzania and a service
From the left-hand menu, click "Select country" and then choose "Tanzania". Tick the desired service you want to activate.
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Purchase a number
Click "Buy" and wait a few seconds while your temporary number is activating to receive SMS codes.
| Service | Number | Country |
Discord | +255 856-0786-2785 | Tanzania |
Use a number
Copy the phone number from the "Number" menu. Return to the service website and confirm the account creation with the given number.
Left | Status | SMS Code | Actions | ||
| 19:48 | Received | 329013 | |||
Get OTP
Wait for the verification code you will receive in the "SMS code" menu. Paste it on the service page to finish the registration.
Why You Might Need a Temporary Tanzania Phone Number (+255)
Tanzania’s rapidly evolving digital economy is fueled by mobile technology, which underpins communication, financial inclusion, and e-commerce across the nation.
For expatriates, investors, NGOs, and travelers, having a local Tanzanian phone number (+255) is essential for seamless communication, mobile banking, and accessing digital services.
A temporary or virtual number offers the fastest and most convenient way to connect — giving you full access to Tanzania’s vibrant mobile ecosystem without the need for a long-term SIM card.
Unlock Mobile Money and Essential Local Apps
Tanzania is one of Africa’s leaders in mobile money innovation, where platforms like M-Pesa (Vodacom), Tigo Pesa, Airtel Money, and HaloPesa dominate everyday financial activity.
These services enable users to send and receive remittances, pay bills, top up mobile accounts, and make purchases — all tied to mobile phone verification.
A virtual Tanzania number makes it simple to receive OTPs and SMS verifications required to register and use these financial platforms.
Additionally, popular apps such as Jumia Tanzania for e-commerce, Uber and Bolt for transport, and local classifieds or delivery services also require a Tanzanian number for secure sign-up and account authentication — ensuring you can access everything you need, from banking to booking, like a local.
Building Trust and Staying Securely Connected
For foreign businesses and organizations, a local Tanzanian number signals reliability and accessibility, encouraging smoother communication with local clients and partners.
It’s equally valuable for individual travelers, who can use a temporary number to book safaris, coordinate logistics, or connect with guides and service providers — all while safeguarding their personal contact information.
By using a temporary Tanzania phone number (+255), you gain flexibility, security, and control over your communications.
It protects your privacy from unwanted calls and messages, while providing a trusted, locally recognized channel for conducting business, travel, and daily interactions in this dynamic East African nation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can use a Tanzania temporary number from SMSFAST to receive SMS codes for sign-ups and confirmations.
Yes. They protect your SIM and lower the chance of spam or unwanted calls.
No, SMSFAST numbers in Tanzania do not support calls — they are SMS-only. Most services only require SMS verification, so call support is not needed.
They act like normal numbers but are provided online. With SMSFAST, you can instantly get SMS for verifications or logins.
It’s an easy way to keep your privacy safe when registering on apps, testing platforms, or creating accounts.
Yes, they can receive one-time passwords, confirmation codes, and login texts.
Tanzania numbers for activations are valid for 20 minutes. If you need the number for longer, you can rent it for 1 day up to 1 month.