What does a Seychelles phone number look like?
- International format
+248 2510123- IDD format (caller ID)
00248 2510123- Mobile example
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2510123(local) →+248 2510123 - Landline example
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4217123(local) →+248 4217123
Received a call or message from +248?
A call or text from +248 (or 00248) originates from Seychelles.
If you don't know anyone in Seychelles, 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 +248 number unless you have an account in Seychelles.
- Spoofed numbers: The caller ID can be faked. A call showing +248 may not actually originate from Seychelles.
If you do know someone in Seychelles and want to call them back, see the dialing instructions below.
How to call Seychelles from abroad
- International format (recommended)
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+248 [local number]Example:
+248 2 510 123 - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+248followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
248, then the local number.
| From | Dial |
|---|---|
| US/Canada | 011 248 [local number] |
| United Kingdom | 00 248 [local number] |
| Australia | 0011 248 [local number] |
| Your browser (DialHard) | +248 [local number] |
Do I need to drop the leading zero?
Seychelles numbers don't typically have a trunk prefix to remove. Dial the number as-is after the country code.
What time zone is Seychelles?
Asia/Dubai
Fair time to call
08:05 PM local time · Late evening
OK for personal calls. Not ideal for business.
Current rates to Seychelles
$2.40/min
Rates vary by mobile vs landline. Billed per minute, rounded up.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the code +248 from?
+248 is the international dialing code for Seychelles.
Is +248 a mobile or landline code?
+248 is the country code for all of Seychelles — 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 +248 a scam?
Not necessarily. +248 is the legitimate country code for Seychelles. However, scammers can spoof any country code. If you don't recognize the number or weren't expecting a call from Seychelles, don't call back — especially if they only rang once.
Why won't my call to Seychelles connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +248 (not 00248 or just 248)
- 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 Seychelles phone number look like?
A Seychelles number in international format starts with
+248 followed by the local number.
Example: +248 2510123
How do I save a Seychelles number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +248 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.
How do I block calls from +248?
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.