What does a Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha phone number look like?
- International format
+290 51234- IDD format (caller ID)
00290 51234- Mobile example
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51234(local) →+290 51234 - Landline example
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22158(local) →+290 22158
Received a call or message from +290?
A call or text from +290 (or 00290) originates from Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha.
If you don't know anyone in Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha, 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 +290 number unless you have an account in Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha.
- Spoofed numbers: The caller ID can be faked. A call showing +290 may not actually originate from Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha.
If you do know someone in Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha and want to call them back, see the dialing instructions below.
How to call Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha from abroad
- International format (recommended)
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+290 [local number]Example:
+290 51234 - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+290followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
290, then the local number.
| From | Dial |
|---|---|
| US/Canada | 011 290 [local number] |
| United Kingdom | 00 290 [local number] |
| Australia | 0011 290 [local number] |
| Your browser (DialHard) | +290 [local number] |
Do I need to drop the leading zero?
Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha numbers don't typically have a trunk prefix to remove. Dial the number as-is after the country code.
What time zone is Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha?
Africa/Abidjan
Good time to call
04:12 PM local time · Weekend daytime
Good for personal calls.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the code +290 from?
+290 is the international dialing code for Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha.
Is +290 a mobile or landline code?
+290 is the country code for all of Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha — 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 +290 a scam?
Not necessarily. +290 is the legitimate country code for Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha. However, scammers can spoof any country code. If you don't recognize the number or weren't expecting a call from Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha, don't call back — especially if they only rang once.
Why won't my call to Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +290 (not 00290 or just 290)
- 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 Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha phone number look like?
A Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha number in international format starts with
+290 followed by the local number.
Example: +290 51234
How do I save a Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +290 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.
How do I block calls from +290?
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.