What does a Tuvalu phone number look like?
- International format
+688 901234- IDD format (caller ID)
00688 901234- Mobile example
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901234(local) →+688 901234 - Landline example
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20123(local) →+688 20123
Received a call or message from +688?
A call or text from +688 (or 00688) originates from Tuvalu.
If you don't know anyone in Tuvalu, 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 +688 number unless you have an account in Tuvalu.
- Spoofed numbers: The caller ID can be faked. A call showing +688 may not actually originate from Tuvalu.
If you do know someone in Tuvalu and want to call them back, see the dialing instructions below.
How to call Tuvalu from abroad
- International format (recommended)
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+688 [local number]Example:
+688 90 1234 - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+688followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
688, then the local number.
| From | Dial |
|---|---|
| US/Canada | 011 688 [local number] |
| United Kingdom | 00 688 [local number] |
| Australia | 0011 688 [local number] |
| Your browser (DialHard) | +688 [local number] |
Do I need to drop the leading zero?
Tuvalu numbers don't typically have a trunk prefix to remove. Dial the number as-is after the country code.
What time zone is Tuvalu?
Pacific/Tarawa
Not a good time to call
04:06 AM local time · Late night / early morning
Most people are sleeping.
Calling Tuvalu
Direct calling to Tuvalu isn't available yet. View available destinations.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the code +688 from?
+688 is the international dialing code for Tuvalu.
Is +688 a mobile or landline code?
+688 is the country code for all of Tuvalu — 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 +688 a scam?
Not necessarily. +688 is the legitimate country code for Tuvalu. However, scammers can spoof any country code. If you don't recognize the number or weren't expecting a call from Tuvalu, don't call back — especially if they only rang once.
Why won't my call to Tuvalu connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +688 (not 00688 or just 688)
- 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 Tuvalu phone number look like?
A Tuvalu number in international format starts with
+688 followed by the local number.
Example: +688 901234
How do I save a Tuvalu number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +688 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.
How do I block calls from +688?
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.