What does a Guinea-Bissau phone number look like?
- International format
+245 955012345- IDD format (caller ID)
00245 955012345- Mobile example
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955012345(local) →+245 955012345 - Landline example
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443201234(local) →+245 443201234
Received a call or message from +245?
A call or text from +245 (or 00245) originates from Guinea-Bissau.
If you don't know anyone in Guinea-Bissau, 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 +245 number unless you have an account in Guinea-Bissau.
- Spoofed numbers: The caller ID can be faked. A call showing +245 may not actually originate from Guinea-Bissau.
If you do know someone in Guinea-Bissau and want to call them back, see the dialing instructions below.
How to call Guinea-Bissau from abroad
- International format (recommended)
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+245 [local number]Example:
+245 955 012 345 - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+245followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
245, then the local number.
| From | Dial |
|---|---|
| US/Canada | 011 245 [local number] |
| United Kingdom | 00 245 [local number] |
| Australia | 0011 245 [local number] |
| Your browser (DialHard) | +245 [local number] |
Do I need to drop the leading zero?
Guinea-Bissau numbers don't typically have a trunk prefix to remove. Dial the number as-is after the country code.
What time zone is Guinea-Bissau?
Africa/Bissau
Good time to call
04:11 PM local time · Weekend daytime
Good for personal calls.
How much does it cost to call Guinea-Bissau?
International calls to Guinea-Bissau vary dramatically by provider. Major US carriers charge $3.00/min or more, while VoIP services like DialHard start at $1.01/min.
| Provider | Rate/min | vs DialHard |
|---|---|---|
| AT&T | $3.00 | 66% more |
| Verizon | $2.99 | 66% more |
| T-Mobile | $3.00 | 66% more |
| DialHard | $1.01 | Save ~66% |
Carrier rates are based on published international calling rates without plan add-ons. Your actual rate may vary.
Calling Guinea-Bissau
Direct calling to Guinea-Bissau isn't available yet. View available destinations.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the code +245 from?
+245 is the international dialing code for Guinea-Bissau.
Is +245 a mobile or landline code?
+245 is the country code for all of Guinea-Bissau — 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 +245 a scam?
Not necessarily. +245 is the legitimate country code for Guinea-Bissau. However, scammers can spoof any country code. If you don't recognize the number or weren't expecting a call from Guinea-Bissau, don't call back — especially if they only rang once.
Why won't my call to Guinea-Bissau connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +245 (not 00245 or just 245)
- 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 Guinea-Bissau phone number look like?
A Guinea-Bissau number in international format starts with
+245 followed by the local number.
Example: +245 955012345
How do I save a Guinea-Bissau number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +245 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.
How do I block calls from +245?
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.