Saint Barthelemy Calling Code: +590

Complete guide to calling Saint Barthelemy — international dialing code, step-by-step instructions, and FAQ.

How to Call Saint Barthelemy from Abroad

About Saint Barthelemy Calling Code

To reach Saint Barthelemy from another country, first dial the international calling code +590 — assigned by the ITU — followed by the local number. Saint Barthelemy is located in North America, in Caribbean.

Saint Barthelemy is known locally as Collectivity of Saint Barthélemy — Gustavia is the capital. When saving an international contact, write the number in full international format with +590 so it works from any country.

International calling codes follow the ITU-T standards E.123 and E.164, which define how phone numbers are written and dialed across borders. The prefix you dial after the exit code tells the global telephone network which national network to route the call to.

Where the +590 Calling Code Is Used

The country code +590 is assigned to Saint Barthelemy, located in Caribbean, with the capital Gustavia. This code is part of the international telephony numbering plan and is used for all calls made to Saint Barthelemy from outside the country.

When a number is written as +590 …, the +590 prefix directs your call to the Saint Barthelemy national network. After the prefix, dial the area code without its leading zero, then the subscriber number — the same pattern for landlines and mobiles.

ITU-T E.164 groups calling codes by world region; codes beginning with 5 cover the part of the world that includes Saint Barthelemy, in Caribbean. Storing numbers with +590 and omitting the domestic leading zero keeps contacts dialable from anywhere.

The country code +590 is shared with Guadeloupe, Saint Martin. After dialing +590, the following digits (area code + subscriber number) route the call to the correct country, so you must always include the full national number.

Saint Barthelemy Phone Number Formats

The ITU E.164 format for Saint Barthelemy numbers is +590 + area code + subscriber number, used for landlines and mobiles alike. Here is the general structure:

Numbering plans vary: closed plans use fixed-length national numbers, while open plans allow variable lengths with a trunk prefix (usually 0) that is dropped for international calls. For calls to Saint Barthelemy, replace the trunk zero with +590.

Time Zone in Saint Barthelemy

The local time in Saint Barthelemy follows the America/St_Barthelemy time zone (UTC-04:00 UTC). Check the time difference before you dial so your call arrives during waking hours.

Time differences matter when calling Saint Barthelemy: if it is UTC-04:00 there, a morning call from Europe may reach Gustavia in the afternoon, while callers in the Americas should check the offset to avoid late-night calls.

If Saint Barthelemy observes daylight saving time, its UTC offset shifts by an hour twice a year. Double-check the current offset before time-sensitive calls, especially in spring and autumn.

Emergency Numbers in Saint Barthelemy

If you need urgent help while in Saint Barthelemy, dial the local emergency numbers below. Note that these numbers are only for use inside Saint Barthelemy.

Service	Number
Police	17
Fire	18
Ambulance	15

Example: Calling Saint Barthelemy Numbers in Practice

Here is how a typical call to Saint Barthelemy works, depending on where you are calling from:

If the local number begins with a trunk prefix (commonly 0), remove it when dialing internationally — +590 takes its place. The remaining digits are dialed exactly as written.

Calling Saint Barthelemy from Major Countries

International exit codes differ by country. Use this reference when dialing Saint Barthelemy (+590) from abroad:

Calling From	Exit Code	Full International Dialing
United States	011	011 590 [local number]
United Kingdom	00	00 590 [local number]
Australia	0011	0011 590 [local number]
China	00	00 590 [local number]
Japan	010	010 590 [local number]
India	00	00 590 [local number]
Germany	00	00 590 [local number]
France	00	00 590 [local number]

On mobile phones, the + symbol replaces the exit code entirely — just dial +590 followed by the local number.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the calling code for Saint Barthelemy?

The international calling code for Saint Barthelemy is +590.

How do I call Saint Barthelemy from the United States?

Dial 011 (US exit code), then +590, then the local phone number.

How do I call Saint Barthelemy from the United Kingdom?

Dial 00 (UK exit code), then +590, then the local phone number.

Can I use the + symbol instead of the exit code?

Yes! On mobile phones you can dial +590 directly followed by the local number. The + symbol automatically replaces your country's exit code.

How do I call within Saint Barthelemy?

If you're already in Saint Barthelemy, simply dial the local number directly. You do not need to use the country code +590 for domestic calls.

What is the capital of Saint Barthelemy?

The capital of Saint Barthelemy is Gustavia. When calling the capital from abroad, dial +590 followed by the local area code (without the leading 0) and the number.

What are the emergency numbers in Saint Barthelemy?

Police: 17, Fire: 18, Ambulance: 15. These numbers are only valid inside Saint Barthelemy.

Other Countries in North America

Nearby countries and their calling codes:

Calling Saint Barthelemy from United States or Canada works the same way: dial your local exit code first, then +590, then the local number. Within North America, many callers simply use the + symbol on mobile to avoid exit-code differences.