What does a Greenland phone number look like?
- International format
+299 221234- IDD format (caller ID)
00299 221234- Mobile example
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221234(local) →+299 221234 - Landline example
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321000(local) →+299 321000
Received a call or message from +299?
A call or text from +299 (or 00299) originates from Greenland.
If you don't know anyone in Greenland, 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 +299 number unless you have an account in Greenland.
- Spoofed numbers: The caller ID can be faked. A call showing +299 may not actually originate from Greenland.
If you do know someone in Greenland and want to call them back, see the dialing instructions below.
How to call Greenland from abroad
- International format (recommended)
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+299 [local number]Example:
+299 22 12 34 - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+299followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
299, then the local number.
| From | Dial |
|---|---|
| US/Canada | 011 299 [local number] |
| United Kingdom | 00 299 [local number] |
| Australia | 0011 299 [local number] |
| Your browser (DialHard) | +299 [local number] |
Do I need to drop the leading zero?
Greenland numbers don't typically have a trunk prefix to remove. Dial the number as-is after the country code.
What time zone is Greenland?
Greenland spans 4 time zones:
- America/Nuuk
- America/Danmarkshavn
- America/Scoresbysund
- America/Thule
Good time to call
03:07 PM local time · Weekend daytime
Good for personal calls.
How much does it cost to call Greenland?
International calls to Greenland 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 Greenland
$0.87–$1.27/min
Rates vary by mobile vs landline. Billed per minute, rounded up.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the code +299 from?
+299 is the international dialing code for Greenland.
Is +299 a mobile or landline code?
+299 is the country code for all of Greenland — 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 +299 a scam?
Not necessarily. +299 is the legitimate country code for Greenland. However, scammers can spoof any country code. If you don't recognize the number or weren't expecting a call from Greenland, don't call back — especially if they only rang once.
Why won't my call to Greenland connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +299 (not 00299 or just 299)
- 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 Greenland phone number look like?
A Greenland number in international format starts with
+299 followed by the local number.
Example: +299 221234
How do I save a Greenland number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +299 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.
How do I block calls from +299?
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.