Country Code +238
Cape Verde uses the international dialing code +238
+238
Which Country Has Code +238?
Cape Verde uses the international dialing code
+238.
How to Call Cape Verde from the US
| Method | Dial Sequence | Example |
|---|---|---|
| From a landline | 011 + 238 + local number |
011-238-XXX-XXXX |
| From a mobile phone | +238 + local number |
+238-XXX-XXXX |
| Using a calling card | Access # + 011 + 238 + local number |
1-800-XXX + 011-238-XXX-XXXX |
Important: When dialing from a US landline, always start with
011 (the US international access code).
From a mobile phone, you can use the + symbol instead by pressing and holding the 0 key.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Dial 011 — the US exit code for international calls
- Dial 238 — the country code for Cape Verde
- Dial the local area code (if applicable, drop any leading 0)
- Dial the local phone number
Frequently Asked Questions
Cape Verde uses the international dialing code +238.
This code is assigned to Cape Verde by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
To call Cape Verde from the US, dial
011 + 238 + local phone number.
From a mobile phone, you can also use +238
followed by the local number. The 011 prefix is the US
international access code required when calling from a landline.
Cape Verde Quick Info
| Country |
Cape Verde |
|---|---|
| Dialing Code | +238 |
| ISO-2 Code | cv |
| ISO-3 Code | CPV |
| Capital | Praia |
| Continent | Africa |
| Population | 429,474 |
| Currency | Cabo Verde escudo |
| Domain | cv |
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