What does a Sao Tome and Principe phone number look like?
- International format
+239 9812345- IDD format (caller ID)
00239 9812345- Mobile example
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9812345(local) →+239 9812345 - Landline example
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2221234(local) →+239 2221234
Received a call or message from +239?
A call or text from +239 (or 00239) originates from Sao Tome and Principe.
If you don't know anyone in Sao Tome and Principe, 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 +239 number unless you have an account in Sao Tome and Principe.
- Spoofed numbers: The caller ID can be faked. A call showing +239 may not actually originate from Sao Tome and Principe.
If you do know someone in Sao Tome and Principe and want to call them back, see the dialing instructions below.
How to call Sao Tome and Principe from abroad
- International format (recommended)
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+239 [local number]Example:
+239 981 2345 - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+239followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
239, then the local number.
| From | Dial |
|---|---|
| US/Canada | 011 239 [local number] |
| United Kingdom | 00 239 [local number] |
| Australia | 0011 239 [local number] |
| Your browser (DialHard) | +239 [local number] |
Do I need to drop the leading zero?
Sao Tome and Principe numbers don't typically have a trunk prefix to remove. Dial the number as-is after the country code.
What time zone is Sao Tome and Principe?
Africa/Sao_Tome
Good time to call
04:12 PM local time · Weekend daytime
Good for personal calls.
Calling Sao Tome and Principe
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the code +239 from?
+239 is the international dialing code for Sao Tome and Principe.
Is +239 a mobile or landline code?
+239 is the country code for all of Sao Tome and Principe — 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 +239 a scam?
Not necessarily. +239 is the legitimate country code for Sao Tome and Principe. However, scammers can spoof any country code. If you don't recognize the number or weren't expecting a call from Sao Tome and Principe, don't call back — especially if they only rang once.
Why won't my call to Sao Tome and Principe connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +239 (not 00239 or just 239)
- 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 Sao Tome and Principe phone number look like?
A Sao Tome and Principe number in international format starts with
+239 followed by the local number.
Example: +239 9812345
How do I save a Sao Tome and Principe number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +239 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.
How do I block calls from +239?
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.