Suriname Calling Code: +597
Complete guide to calling Suriname — international dialing code, step-by-step instructions, and FAQ.
How to Call Suriname 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 +597 — the country calling code for Suriname
- Dial the local phone number (area code + subscriber number)
About Suriname Calling Code
To reach Suriname from another country, first dial the international calling code +597 — assigned by the ITU — followed by the local number. Suriname is located in South America, in South America.
ISD code, country code, dialing code — these all mean the same E.164 prefix, and for Suriname it is +597. The ITU allocates one to each country and territory in South America, and carriers use it as the first routing decision on any international call.
Where the +597 Calling Code Is Used
The country code +597 is assigned to Suriname, located in South America, with the capital Paramaribo. This code is part of the international telephony numbering plan and is used for all calls made to Suriname from outside the country.
When a number is written as +597 …, the +597 prefix directs your call to the Suriname 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 Suriname, in South America. Storing numbers with +597 and omitting the domestic leading zero keeps contacts dialable from anywhere.
Suriname Phone Number Formats
The ITU E.164 format for Suriname numbers is +597 + area code + subscriber number, used for landlines and mobiles alike. Here is the general structure:
📱 Number Structure
- International format: +597 [area code] [subscriber number]
- From abroad: exit code + +597 + local number (drop the trunk prefix 0)
- Within Suriname: dial the local number directly
Storing a Suriname contact so it works from any country means writing +597 in front of the national number and dropping any leading trunk zero. In Suriname the number itself follows the published pattern +597-XXX-XXXX, so keep the area code and subscriber digits together as a single block.
Time Zone in Suriname
The local time in Suriname follows the America/Paramaribo 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 Suriname: if it is UTC-03:00 there, a morning call from Europe may reach Paramaribo in the afternoon, while callers in the Americas should check the offset to avoid late-night calls.
If Suriname 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.
Best Time to Call Suriname
Business hours in Suriname run roughly 09:00–18:00 local time. Because Suriname sits at UTC-03:00, the window in which it is polite to call lands at a different hour for every caller. The table below converts Suriname's working day into your own clock — and shows the hours to avoid so you do not wake anyone up.
| If you are in | Call Suriname between | Avoid calling between |
|---|---|---|
| London | 12:00–21:00 | 02:00–10:00 |
| New York | 07:00–16:00 | 21:00–05:00 |
| Los Angeles | 04:00–13:00 | 18:00–02:00 |
| Sao Paulo | 09:00–18:00 | 23:00–07:00 |
| Dubai | 16:00–01:00 | 06:00–14:00 |
| Mumbai | 17:30–02:30 | 07:30–15:30 |
| Singapore | 20:00–05:00 | 10:00–18:00 |
| Sydney | 22:00–07:00 | 12:00–20:00 |
Times shown are standard time and ignore daylight saving, which shifts the clock by one hour in countries that observe it — around the clock change, add or subtract an hour from every figure above.
Emergency Numbers in Suriname
If you need urgent help while in Suriname, dial the local emergency numbers below. Note that these numbers are only for use inside Suriname.
| Service | Number |
|---|---|
| Police | 911 |
| Fire | 911 |
| Ambulance | 911 |
Example: Calling Suriname Numbers in Practice
Here is how a typical call to Suriname works, depending on where you are calling from:
🌍 From the United States or Canada
- Dial the US/Canada exit code 011
- Dial the Suriname country code +597
- Dial the local number (area code + subscriber number, without the trunk prefix 0)
Example: 011 +597 [area code] [number]
🌍 From the United Kingdom or Europe
- Dial the international access code 00 (or use the + symbol on mobile)
- Dial the Suriname country code +597
- Dial the local number
Example: 00 +597 [area code] [number], or +597 [area code] [number] from any mobile phone
If the local number begins with a trunk prefix (commonly 0), remove it when dialing internationally — +597 takes its place. The remaining digits are dialed exactly as written.
Calling Suriname from Major Countries
International exit codes differ by country. These are the ones most often used to reach Suriname (+597):
| Calling From | Exit Code | Full International Dialing |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 011 | 011 597 [local number] |
| Brazil | 00 | 00 597 [local number] |
| Argentina | 00 | 00 597 [local number] |
| Mexico | 00 | 00 597 [local number] |
| Spain | 00 | 00 597 [local number] |
| Portugal | 00 | 00 597 [local number] |
| United Kingdom | 00 | 00 597 [local number] |
| Canada | 011 | 011 597 [local number] |
On mobile phones, the + symbol replaces the exit code entirely — just dial +597 followed by the local number.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the calling code for Suriname?
The international calling code for Suriname is +597.
How do I call Suriname from the United States?
Dial 011 (US exit code), then +597, then the local phone number.
How do I call Suriname from the United Kingdom?
Dial 00 (UK exit code), then +597, then the local phone number.
Can I use the + symbol instead of the exit code?
Yes! On mobile phones you can dial +597 directly followed by the local number. The + symbol automatically replaces your country's exit code.
How do I call within Suriname?
If you're already in Suriname, simply dial the local number directly. You do not need to use the country code +597 for domestic calls.
What is the capital of Suriname?
The capital of Suriname is Paramaribo. When calling the capital from abroad, dial +597 followed by the local area code (without the leading 0) and the number.
What are the emergency numbers in Suriname?
Police: 911, Fire: 911, Ambulance: 911. These numbers are only valid inside Suriname.
Is Suriname a country?
Yes — Suriname is a sovereign state, whose capital is Paramaribo, and +597 is its international calling code.
Other Countries in South America
Nearby countries and their calling codes:
Calling Suriname from Peru or Argentina works the same way: dial your local exit code first, then +597, then the local number. Within South America, many callers simply use the + symbol on mobile to avoid exit-code differences.