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Cabo Verde Country Code +238
+238 is the international calling code for Cabo Verde. Most phone numbers there have 7 digits, written 991 12 34 inside Cabo Verde and +238 991 12 34 from abroad. Below: how to dial it, its area codes, networks and time zones.
Phone numbers in Cabo Verde at a glance
- Country calling code
- +238
- International dialing prefix
- 0 (or +)
- Trunk prefix (calls inside the country)
- None
- Number length
- 7 digits
- Example mobile, from abroad
- +238 991 12 34
- Same number, inside the country
- 991 12 34
- Time zone
- Cape Verde Standard Time (Atlantic/Cape_Verde)
- Capital
- Praia
- Languages
- Portuguese
- Currency
- CVE
- ISO country code
- CV
How to call Cabo Verde
From another country
- Dial your country's exit code, or press + on a mobile.
- Dial the country code 238.
- Dial the number.
+238 991 12 34
From inside Cabo Verde
Dial the number as it is written. The country code is not needed.
991 12 34
To call out of Cabo Verde, start with 0 (or +).
Types of phone number in Cabo Verde
The numbering plan reserves ranges for landline, mobile, toll-free and voip numbers. Mobile numbers have 7 digits. What each line type means.
Area codes in Cabo Verde
All 38 area codes of Cabo Verde, with where each is and how to dial it.
| Dial inside | From abroad | Place |
|---|---|---|
| 221 | +238 221 | Ribeira Grande, Santo Antão |
| 222 | +238 222 | Porto Novo, Santo Antão |
| 223 | +238 223 | Paúl, Santo Antão |
| 224 | +238 224 | Cocoli, Santo Antão |
| 225 | +238 225 | Ponta do Sol, Santo Antão |
| 226 | +238 226 | Manta Velha/Chã de Igreja (Santo Antão Island) |
| 227 | +238 227 | Lajedos/Alto Mira (Santo Antão Island) |
| 230 | +238 230 | Mindelo, São Vicente |
| 231 | +238 231 | Mindelo, São Vicente |
| 232 | +238 232 | Mindelo, São Vicente |
| 235 | +238 235 | Ribeira Brava, São Nicolau |
| 236 | +238 236 | Tarrafal de São Nicolau, São Nicolau |
| 237 | +238 237 | Fajã, São Nicolau |
| 238 | +238 238 | Praia Branca, São Nicolau |
| 241 | +238 241 | Espargos, Sal |
| 242 | +238 242 | Santa Maria, Sal |
| 251 | +238 251 | Sal Rei, Boa Vista |
| 252 | +238 252 | Funda das Figueiras, Boa Vista |
| 255 | +238 255 | Vila do Maio, Maio |
| 256 | +238 256 | Calheta, Maio |
| 260 | +238 260 | Praia, Santiago |
| 261 | +238 261 | Praia, Santiago |
| 262 | +238 262 | Praia, Santiago |
| 263 | +238 263 | Praia, Santiago |
| 264 | +238 264 | Praia, Santiago |
| 265 | +238 265 | Santa Catarina, Santiago |
| 266 | +238 266 | Tarrafal, Santiago |
| 267 | +238 267 | Cidade Velha, Santiago |
| 268 | +238 268 | São Domingos, Santiago |
| 269 | +238 269 | Pedra Badejo, Santiago |
Show the other 8 area codesHide the other 8 area codes
| Dial inside | From abroad | Place |
|---|---|---|
| 271 | +238 271 | Orgão/São Jorge (Santiago Island) |
| 272 | +238 272 | Picos, Santiago |
| 273 | +238 273 | Calheta de São Miguel, Santiago |
| 281 | +238 281 | São Filipe, Fogo |
| 282 | +238 282 | Cova Figueira, Fogo |
| 283 | +238 283 | Mosteiros, Fogo |
| 284 | +238 284 | São Jorge, Fogo |
| 285 | +238 285 | Nova Sintra, Brava |
Networks with number ranges in Cabo Verde
These networks were first allocated number ranges in Cabo Verde, the ones with the most ranges first. Numbers can be moved between networks, so a number may no longer be with the network it started on.
- CVMOVEL
- T+
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Phone numbers in Cabo Verde: frequently asked questions
What is the country code for Cabo Verde?
The country calling code for Cabo Verde is +238. Put it in front of the number when you call Cabo Verde from another country.
How do I call Cabo Verde from abroad?
Dial your country's international access code (or press + on a mobile phone), then 238, then the number. For example, 991 12 34 inside Cabo Verde is dialled as +238 991 12 34 from abroad.
How many digits does a phone number in Cabo Verde have?
Most phone numbers in Cabo Verde have 7 digits after the country code.
What is the international dialing prefix in Cabo Verde?
To call another country from Cabo Verde, dial 0, then the country code you are calling, then the number. On a mobile phone you can press + instead of 0.
What are the area codes in Cabo Verde?
Cabo Verde has 38 area codes, each pointing at a city or region. Examples: 221 for Ribeira Grande, Santo Antão, 222 for Porto Novo, Santo Antão, 223 for Paúl, Santo Antão and 224 for Cocoli, Santo Antão.
Which mobile networks have phone numbers in Cabo Verde?
Number ranges in Cabo Verde were first allocated to networks including CVMOVEL and T+. People can move their number to another network, so the one a number started on may not be the one it uses today.
What time zone is Cabo Verde in?
Cabo Verde is on Cape Verde Standard Time. A phone number carries no time information, so check the time there before you call.
Can I look up a phone number from Cabo Verde?
Yes. Enter any number with +238, or choose Cabo Verde as the country, in the free phone number lookup. It shows the line type (mobile, landline, VoIP, toll-free), the place and network it was issued to, its time zone and every format of the number.