What does a Samoa phone number look like?
- International format
+685 7212345- IDD format (caller ID)
00685 7212345- Mobile example
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7212345(local) →+685 7212345 - Landline example
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22123(local) →+685 22123
Received a call or message from +685?
A call or text from +685 (or 00685) originates from Samoa.
If you don't know anyone in Samoa, 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 +685 number unless you have an account in Samoa.
- Spoofed numbers: The caller ID can be faked. A call showing +685 may not actually originate from Samoa.
If you do know someone in Samoa and want to call them back, see the dialing instructions below.
How to call Samoa from abroad
- International format (recommended)
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+685 [local number]Example:
+685 72 12345 - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+685followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
685, then the local number.
| From | Dial |
|---|---|
| US/Canada | 011 685 [local number] |
| United Kingdom | 00 685 [local number] |
| Australia | 0011 685 [local number] |
| Your browser (DialHard) | +685 [local number] |
Do I need to drop the leading zero?
Samoa numbers don't typically have a trunk prefix to remove. Dial the number as-is after the country code.
What time zone is Samoa?
Pacific/Apia
Not a good time to call
05:03 AM local time · Late night / early morning
Most people are sleeping.
Calling Samoa
Direct calling to Samoa isn't available yet. View available destinations.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the code +685 from?
+685 is the international dialing code for Samoa.
Is +685 a mobile or landline code?
+685 is the country code for all of Samoa — 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 +685 a scam?
Not necessarily. +685 is the legitimate country code for Samoa. However, scammers can spoof any country code. If you don't recognize the number or weren't expecting a call from Samoa, don't call back — especially if they only rang once.
Why won't my call to Samoa connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +685 (not 00685 or just 685)
- 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 Samoa phone number look like?
A Samoa number in international format starts with
+685 followed by the local number.
Example: +685 7212345
How do I save a Samoa number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +685 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.
How do I block calls from +685?
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.