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Seychelles Country Code +248
+248 is the international calling code for the Seychelles. Most phone numbers there have 7 digits, written 2 510 123 inside the Seychelles and +248 2 510 123 from abroad. Below: how to dial it, its networks and time zones.
Phone numbers in the Seychelles at a glance
- Country calling code
- +248
- International dialing prefix
- 00 (or +)
- Trunk prefix (calls inside the country)
- None
- Number length
- 7 digits
- Example mobile, from abroad
- +248 2 510 123
- Same number, inside the country
- 2 510 123
- Time zone
- Seychelles Time (Indian/Mahe)
- Capital
- Victoria
- Languages
- French and English
- Currency
- SCR
- ISO country code
- SC
How to call the Seychelles
From another country
- Dial your country's exit code, or press + on a mobile.
- Dial the country code 248.
- Dial the number.
+248 2 510 123
From inside the Seychelles
Dial the number as it is written. The country code is not needed.
2 510 123
To call out of the Seychelles, start with 00 (or +).
Types of phone number in the Seychelles
The numbering plan reserves ranges for landline, mobile, toll-free, premium rate and voip numbers. Mobile numbers have 7 digits. What each line type means.
Networks with number ranges in the Seychelles
These networks were first allocated number ranges in the Seychelles, 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.
- Airtel
- CWS
- Intelvision
Look up a phone number from the Seychelles
Enter any number with +248, or just its digits: it shows the line type, place, network, time zone and every format. Free and private.
Phone numbers in the Seychelles: frequently asked questions
What is the country code for the Seychelles?
The country calling code for the Seychelles is +248. Put it in front of the number when you call the Seychelles from another country.
How do I call the Seychelles from abroad?
Dial your country's international access code (or press + on a mobile phone), then 248, then the number. For example, 2 510 123 inside the Seychelles is dialled as +248 2 510 123 from abroad.
How many digits does a phone number in the Seychelles have?
Most phone numbers in the Seychelles have 7 digits after the country code.
What is the international dialing prefix in the Seychelles?
To call another country from the Seychelles, dial 00, then the country code you are calling, then the number. On a mobile phone you can press + instead of 00.
Which mobile networks have phone numbers in the Seychelles?
Number ranges in the Seychelles were first allocated to networks including Airtel, CWS and Intelvision. 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 the Seychelles in?
The Seychelles is on Seychelles Time. A phone number carries no time information, so check the time there before you call.
Can I look up a phone number from the Seychelles?
Yes. Enter any number with +248, or choose Seychelles 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.