Seychelles Calling Code: +248
Complete guide to calling Seychelles — international dialing code, step-by-step instructions, and FAQ.
How to Call Seychelles from Abroad
📞 Step-by-Step Dialing Guide
- Dial your country's exit code (e.g. 011 from US, 00 from most countries, + from mobile)
- Dial +248 — the country calling code for Seychelles
- Dial the local phone number (area code + subscriber number)
About Seychelles Calling Code
To reach Seychelles from another country, first dial the international calling code +248 — assigned by the ITU — followed by the local number. Seychelles is located in Africa, in Eastern Africa.
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 +248 Calling Code Is Used
The country code +248 is assigned to Seychelles, located in Eastern Africa, with the capital Victoria. This code is part of the international telephony numbering plan and is used for all calls made to Seychelles from outside the country.
When a number is written as +248 …, the +248 prefix directs your call to the Seychelles 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 2 cover the part of the world that includes Seychelles, in Eastern Africa. Storing numbers with +248 and omitting the domestic leading zero keeps contacts dialable from anywhere.
Seychelles Phone Number Formats
The ITU E.164 format for Seychelles numbers is +248 + area code + subscriber number, used for landlines and mobiles alike. Here is the general structure:
📱 Number Structure
- International format: +248 [area code] [subscriber number]
- From abroad: exit code + +248 + local number (drop the trunk prefix 0)
- Within Seychelles: dial the local number directly
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 Seychelles, replace the trunk zero with +248.
Time Zone in Seychelles
The local time in Seychelles follows the Indian/Mahe 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 Seychelles: if it is UTC+04:00 there, a morning call from Europe may reach Victoria in the afternoon, while callers in the Americas should check the offset to avoid late-night calls.
If Seychelles 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 Seychelles
If you need urgent help while in Seychelles, dial the local emergency numbers below. Note that these numbers are only for use inside Seychelles.
| Service | Number |
|---|---|
| Police | 999 |
| Fire | 999 |
| Ambulance | 999 |
Example: Calling Seychelles Numbers in Practice
Here is how a typical call to Seychelles works, depending on where you are calling from:
🌍 From the United States or Canada
- Dial the US/Canada exit code 011
- Dial the Seychelles country code +248
- Dial the local number (area code + subscriber number, without the trunk prefix 0)
Example: 011 +248 [area code] [number]
🌍 From the United Kingdom or Europe
- Dial the international access code 00 (or use the + symbol on mobile)
- Dial the Seychelles country code +248
- Dial the local number
Example: 00 +248 [area code] [number], or +248 [area code] [number] from any mobile phone
If the local number begins with a trunk prefix (commonly 0), remove it when dialing internationally — +248 takes its place. The remaining digits are dialed exactly as written.
Calling Seychelles from Major Countries
International exit codes differ by country. Use this reference when dialing Seychelles (+248) from abroad:
| Calling From | Exit Code | Full International Dialing |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 011 | 011 248 [local number] |
| United Kingdom | 00 | 00 248 [local number] |
| Australia | 0011 | 0011 248 [local number] |
| China | 00 | 00 248 [local number] |
| Japan | 010 | 010 248 [local number] |
| India | 00 | 00 248 [local number] |
| Germany | 00 | 00 248 [local number] |
| France | 00 | 00 248 [local number] |
On mobile phones, the + symbol replaces the exit code entirely — just dial +248 followed by the local number.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the calling code for Seychelles?
The international calling code for Seychelles is +248.
How do I call Seychelles from the United States?
Dial 011 (US exit code), then +248, then the local phone number.
How do I call Seychelles from the United Kingdom?
Dial 00 (UK exit code), then +248, then the local phone number.
Can I use the + symbol instead of the exit code?
Yes! On mobile phones you can dial +248 directly followed by the local number. The + symbol automatically replaces your country's exit code.
How do I call within Seychelles?
If you're already in Seychelles, simply dial the local number directly. You do not need to use the country code +248 for domestic calls.
What is the capital of Seychelles?
The capital of Seychelles is Victoria. When calling the capital from abroad, dial +248 followed by the local area code (without the leading 0) and the number.
What are the emergency numbers in Seychelles?
Police: 999, Fire: 999, Ambulance: 999. These numbers are only valid inside Seychelles.
Other Countries in Africa
Nearby countries and their calling codes:
Calling Seychelles from Egypt or South Africa works the same way: dial your local exit code first, then +248, then the local number. Within Africa, many callers simply use the + symbol on mobile to avoid exit-code differences.