What does a French Guiana phone number look like?
- International format
+594 694201234- IDD format (caller ID)
00594 694201234- Mobile example
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0694201234(local) →+594 694201234 - Landline example
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0594101234(local) →+594 594101234
Received a call or message from +594?
A call or text from +594 (or 00594) originates from French Guiana.
If you don't know anyone in French Guiana, 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 +594 number unless you have an account in French Guiana.
- Spoofed numbers: The caller ID can be faked. A call showing +594 may not actually originate from French Guiana.
If you do know someone in French Guiana and want to call them back, see the dialing instructions below.
How to call French Guiana from abroad
- International format (recommended)
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+594 [local number]Example:
+594 694 20 12 34 - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+594followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
594, then the local number.
| From | Dial |
|---|---|
| US/Canada | 011 594 [local number] |
| United Kingdom | 00 594 [local number] |
| Australia | 0011 594 [local number] |
| Your browser (DialHard) | +594 [local number] |
Do I need to drop the leading zero?
Yes. When calling French Guiana from abroad, drop the leading 0 from the local number.
For example, if the local number is 0XX XXX XXXX, dial +594 XX XXX XXXX.
What time zone is French Guiana?
America/Cayenne
Good time to call
01:11 PM local time · Weekend daytime
Good for personal calls.
How much does it cost to call French Guiana?
International calls to French Guiana vary dramatically by provider. Major US carriers charge $3.00/min or more, while VoIP services like DialHard start at $0.10/min.
| Provider | Rate/min | vs DialHard |
|---|---|---|
| AT&T | $3.00 | 97% more |
| Verizon | $2.99 | 97% more |
| T-Mobile | $3.00 | 97% more |
| DialHard | $0.10 | Save ~97% |
Carrier rates are based on published international calling rates without plan add-ons. Your actual rate may vary.
Current rates to French Guiana
$0.10–$0.37/min
Rates vary by mobile vs landline. Billed per minute, rounded up.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the code +594 from?
+594 is the international dialing code for French Guiana.
Is +594 a mobile or landline code?
+594 is the country code for all of French Guiana — 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 +594 a scam?
Not necessarily. +594 is the legitimate country code for French Guiana. However, scammers can spoof any country code. If you don't recognize the number or weren't expecting a call from French Guiana, don't call back — especially if they only rang once.
Why won't my call to French Guiana connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +594 (not 00594 or just 594)
- 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 French Guiana phone number look like?
A French Guiana number in international format starts with
+594 followed by the local number.
Example: +594 694201234
How do I save a French Guiana number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +594 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.
How do I block calls from +594?
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.