Saint Pierre and Miquelon Calling Code: +508

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

How to Call Saint Pierre and Miquelon from Abroad

About Saint Pierre and Miquelon Calling Code

To reach Saint Pierre and Miquelon from another country, first dial the international calling code +508 — assigned by the ITU — followed by the local number. Saint Pierre and Miquelon is located in North America, in North America.

Saint Pierre and Miquelon is known locally as Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon — Saint-Pierre is the capital. When saving an international contact, write the number in full international format with +508 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 +508 Calling Code Is Used

The country code +508 is assigned to Saint Pierre and Miquelon, located in North America, with the capital Saint-Pierre. This code is part of the international telephony numbering plan and is used for all calls made to Saint Pierre and Miquelon from outside the country.

When a number is written as +508 …, the +508 prefix directs your call to the Saint Pierre and Miquelon 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 Pierre and Miquelon, in North America. Storing numbers with +508 and omitting the domestic leading zero keeps contacts dialable from anywhere.

Saint Pierre and Miquelon Phone Number Formats

The ITU E.164 format for Saint Pierre and Miquelon numbers is +508 + 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 Pierre and Miquelon, replace the trunk zero with +508.

Time Zone in Saint Pierre and Miquelon

The local time in Saint Pierre and Miquelon follows the America/Miquelon time zone (UTC-03:00 UTC). Check the time difference before you dial so your call arrives during waking hours.

Time differences matter when calling Saint Pierre and Miquelon: if it is UTC-03:00 there, a morning call from Europe may reach Saint-Pierre in the afternoon, while callers in the Americas should check the offset to avoid late-night calls.

If Saint Pierre and Miquelon 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 Pierre and Miquelon

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

Service	Number
Police	17
Fire	18
Ambulance	15

Example: Calling Saint Pierre and Miquelon Numbers in Practice

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

If the local number begins with a trunk prefix (commonly 0), remove it when dialing internationally — +508 takes its place. The remaining digits are dialed exactly as written.

Calling Saint Pierre and Miquelon from Major Countries

International exit codes differ by country. Use this reference when dialing Saint Pierre and Miquelon (+508) from abroad:

Calling From	Exit Code	Full International Dialing
United States	011	011 508 [local number]
United Kingdom	00	00 508 [local number]
Australia	0011	0011 508 [local number]
China	00	00 508 [local number]
Japan	010	010 508 [local number]
India	00	00 508 [local number]
Germany	00	00 508 [local number]
France	00	00 508 [local number]

On mobile phones, the + symbol replaces the exit code entirely — just dial +508 followed by the local number.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the calling code for Saint Pierre and Miquelon?

The international calling code for Saint Pierre and Miquelon is +508.

How do I call Saint Pierre and Miquelon from the United States?

Dial 011 (US exit code), then +508, then the local phone number.

How do I call Saint Pierre and Miquelon from the United Kingdom?

Dial 00 (UK exit code), then +508, then the local phone number.

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

Yes! On mobile phones you can dial +508 directly followed by the local number. The + symbol automatically replaces your country's exit code.

How do I call within Saint Pierre and Miquelon?

If you're already in Saint Pierre and Miquelon, simply dial the local number directly. You do not need to use the country code +508 for domestic calls.

What is the capital of Saint Pierre and Miquelon?

The capital of Saint Pierre and Miquelon is Saint-Pierre. When calling the capital from abroad, dial +508 followed by the local area code (without the leading 0) and the number.

What are the emergency numbers in Saint Pierre and Miquelon?

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

Other Countries in North America

Nearby countries and their calling codes:

Calling Saint Pierre and Miquelon from United States or Canada works the same way: dial your local exit code first, then +508, then the local number. Within North America, many callers simply use the + symbol on mobile to avoid exit-code differences.