Received a call or message from +47?
A call or text from +47 (or 0047) originates from Bouvet Island.
If you don't know anyone in Bouvet Island, be cautious. Common patterns with unfamiliar international numbers:
- One-ring scams (Wangiri): The caller rings once and hangs up, hoping you'll call back a premium-rate number. Don't return calls to numbers you don't recognize.
- SMS phishing: Messages claiming to be from banks, delivery services, or government agencies. Legitimate organizations won't contact you from a +47 number unless you have an account in Bouvet Island.
- Spoofed numbers: The caller ID can be faked. A call showing +47 may not actually originate from Bouvet Island.
If you do know someone in Bouvet Island and want to call them back, see the dialing instructions below.
How to call Bouvet Island from abroad
- International format (recommended)
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+47 [local number] - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+47followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
47, then the local number.
| From | Dial |
|---|---|
| US/Canada | 011 47 [local number] |
| United Kingdom | 00 47 [local number] |
| Australia | 0011 47 [local number] |
| Your browser (DialHard) | +47 [local number] |
Do I need to drop the leading zero?
Bouvet Island numbers don't typically have a trunk prefix to remove. Dial the number as-is after the country code.
Good time to call
04:11 PM local time · Weekend daytime
Good for personal calls.
How much does it cost to call Bouvet Island?
International calls to Bouvet Island vary dramatically by provider. Major US carriers charge $3.00/min or more, while VoIP services like DialHard start at $0.08/min.
| Provider | Rate/min | vs DialHard |
|---|---|---|
| AT&T | $3.00 | 97% more |
| Verizon | $2.99 | 97% more |
| T-Mobile | $3.00 | 97% more |
| DialHard | $0.08 | Save ~97% |
Carrier rates are based on published international calling rates without plan add-ons. Your actual rate may vary.
Current rates to Bouvet Island
$0.08–$1.50/min
Rates vary by mobile vs landline. Billed per minute, rounded up.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the code +47 from?
+47 is the international dialing code for Bouvet Island.
Is +47 a mobile or landline code?
+47 is the country code for all of Bouvet Island — both mobile and landline numbers use this code. The digits after the country code may indicate the number type, but this varies by country.
Is a call from +47 a scam?
Not necessarily. +47 is the legitimate country code for Bouvet Island. However, scammers can spoof any country code. If you don't recognize the number or weren't expecting a call from Bouvet Island, don't call back — especially if they only rang once.
Why won't my call to Bouvet Island connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +47 (not 0047 or just 47)
- Extra digits: Remove any trunk prefix (usually 0) from the start of the local number
- Missing digits: Ensure you have the complete local number after the country code
What does a Bouvet Island phone number look like?
A Bouvet Island number in international format starts with +47 followed by the local number.
How do I save a Bouvet Island number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +47 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.
How do I block calls from +47?
On most smartphones, you can block individual numbers by opening your recent calls, tapping the number, and selecting "Block." To block all calls from a country code, check your carrier's international call blocking options or use a call-filtering app.