Received a call or message from +262?
A call or text from +262 (or 00262) originates from French Southern Territories.
If you don't know anyone in French Southern Territories, 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 +262 number unless you have an account in French Southern Territories.
- Spoofed numbers: The caller ID can be faked. A call showing +262 may not actually originate from French Southern Territories.
If you do know someone in French Southern Territories and want to call them back, see the dialing instructions below.
How to call French Southern Territories from abroad
- International format (recommended)
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+262 [local number] - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+262followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
262, then the local number.
| From | Dial |
|---|---|
| US/Canada | 011 262 [local number] |
| United Kingdom | 00 262 [local number] |
| Australia | 0011 262 [local number] |
| Your browser (DialHard) | +262 [local number] |
Do I need to drop the leading zero?
French Southern Territories numbers don't typically have a trunk prefix to remove. Dial the number as-is after the country code.
What time zone is French Southern Territories?
French Southern Territories spans 2 time zones:
- Asia/Dubai
- Indian/Maldives
Fair time to call
08:12 PM local time · Late evening
OK for personal calls. Not ideal for business.
How much does it cost to call French Southern Territories?
International calls to French Southern Territories vary dramatically by provider. Major US carriers charge $3.00/min or more, while VoIP services like DialHard start at $0.87/min.
| Provider | Rate/min | vs DialHard |
|---|---|---|
| AT&T | $3.00 | 71% more |
| Verizon | $2.99 | 71% more |
| T-Mobile | $3.00 | 71% more |
| DialHard | $0.87 | Save ~71% |
Carrier rates are based on published international calling rates without plan add-ons. Your actual rate may vary.
Current rates to French Southern Territories
$0.87–$1.16/min
Rates vary by mobile vs landline. Billed per minute, rounded up.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the code +262 from?
+262 is the international dialing code for French Southern Territories.
Is +262 a mobile or landline code?
+262 is the country code for all of French Southern Territories — 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 +262 a scam?
Not necessarily. +262 is the legitimate country code for French Southern Territories. However, scammers can spoof any country code. If you don't recognize the number or weren't expecting a call from French Southern Territories, don't call back — especially if they only rang once.
Why won't my call to French Southern Territories connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +262 (not 00262 or just 262)
- 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 Southern Territories phone number look like?
A French Southern Territories number in international format starts with +262 followed by the local number.
How do I save a French Southern Territories number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +262 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.
How do I block calls from +262?
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.