What does a Faroe Islands phone number look like?
- International format
+298 211234- IDD format (caller ID)
00298 211234- Mobile example
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211234(local) →+298 211234 - Landline example
-
201234(local) →+298 201234
Received a call or message from +298?
A call or text from +298 (or 00298) originates from Faroe Islands.
If you don't know anyone in Faroe Islands, 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 +298 number unless you have an account in Faroe Islands.
- Spoofed numbers: The caller ID can be faked. A call showing +298 may not actually originate from Faroe Islands.
If you do know someone in Faroe Islands and want to call them back, see the dialing instructions below.
How to call Faroe Islands from abroad
- International format (recommended)
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+298 [local number]Example:
+298 211234 - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+298followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
298, then the local number.
| From | Dial |
|---|---|
| US/Canada | 011 298 [local number] |
| United Kingdom | 00 298 [local number] |
| Australia | 0011 298 [local number] |
| Your browser (DialHard) | +298 [local number] |
Do I need to drop the leading zero?
Faroe Islands numbers don't typically have a trunk prefix to remove. Dial the number as-is after the country code.
What time zone is Faroe Islands?
Atlantic/Faroe
Good time to call
05:10 PM local time · Weekend daytime
Good for personal calls.
How much does it cost to call Faroe Islands?
International calls to Faroe Islands vary dramatically by provider. Major US carriers charge $3.00/min or more, while VoIP services like DialHard start at $0.14/min.
| Provider | Rate/min | vs DialHard |
|---|---|---|
| AT&T | $3.00 | 95% more |
| Verizon | $2.99 | 95% more |
| T-Mobile | $3.00 | 95% more |
| DialHard | $0.14 | Save ~95% |
Carrier rates are based on published international calling rates without plan add-ons. Your actual rate may vary.
Current rates to Faroe Islands
$0.14–$0.16/min
Rates vary by mobile vs landline. Billed per minute, rounded up.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the code +298 from?
+298 is the international dialing code for Faroe Islands.
Is +298 a mobile or landline code?
+298 is the country code for all of Faroe Islands — 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 +298 a scam?
Not necessarily. +298 is the legitimate country code for Faroe Islands. However, scammers can spoof any country code. If you don't recognize the number or weren't expecting a call from Faroe Islands, don't call back — especially if they only rang once.
Why won't my call to Faroe Islands connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +298 (not 00298 or just 298)
- 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 Faroe Islands phone number look like?
A Faroe Islands number in international format starts with
+298 followed by the local number.
Example: +298 211234
How do I save a Faroe Islands number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +298 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.
How do I block calls from +298?
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.