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How to Call Seychelles from the United States
Country code +248 — Dial 011 248 2 XXX XXX from a US landline or +248 2 XXX XXX from a mobile phone.
What to Dial
- 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
- 2Dial 248, the country code of the Seychelles.
- 3Dial the number: 7 digits, exactly as written: Seychelles has no leading 0 to drop.
| Calling a… | Written in Seychelles | From a US landline | From a cell phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile | 2 XXX XXX |
011 248 2 XXX XXX |
+248 2 XXX XXX |
| Landline | 4 XXX XXX |
011 248 4 XXX XXX |
+248 4 XXX XXX |
X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 21–22 or 25–28. More number types: Seychelles phone number format.
Mobile or Landline?
The Seychelles had 126 mobile subscriptions and 12.4 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 Seychelles mobiles.
Source: World Bank (ITU).
Calling Tips for Seychelles
Best Time to Call
To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in Victoria, call between 12:00 AM–11:00 AM EST (9:00 PM–8:00 AM PST). The Seychelles doesn’t change its clocks, so the gap moves by an hour when the US does.
The Seychelles is on UTC+4, 9 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.