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How to Call Kiribati from the United States
Country code +686 — Dial 011 686 7XXXXXXX from a US landline or +686 7XXXXXXX from a mobile phone.
What to Dial
- 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
- 2Dial 686, the country code of Kiribati.
- 3Dial the number: 8 digits for mobiles and 5 or 8 for landlines.
| Calling a… | Written in Kiribati | From a US landline | From a cell phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile | 7XXXXXXX |
011 686 7XXXXXXX |
+686 7XXXXXXX |
| Landline (North Tarawa) | 3XXXX |
011 686 3XXXX |
+686 3XXXX |
X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 63 or 7. More number types: Kiribati phone number format.
Mobile or Landline?
Kiribati had 54 mobile subscriptions and 0.0 landlines per 100 people in 2024. Most people you call will be on a mobile, so ask for their mobile number and check what your plan charges for calls to Kiribati mobiles.
Source: World Bank (ITU).
Calling Tips for Kiribati
Best Time to Call
To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in Tarawa, call between 4:00 PM–3:00 AM EST (1:00 PM–12:00 AM PST). Kiribati doesn’t change its clocks, so the gap moves by an hour when the US does.
Kiribati is on UTC+12, 17 hours ahead of US Eastern Time right now.
Cost Saving Tips
- VoIP services such as Google Voice or Vonage usually charge less per minute than a carrier's standard international rate.
- WiFi calling apps (WhatsApp, Viber, FaceTime) are free when both parties have the app.
- Check your carrier's international plan — many offer add-on packages.
Time Difference
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