What does a Vanuatu phone number look like?
- International format
+678 5912345- IDD format (caller ID)
00678 5912345- Mobile example
-
5912345(local) →+678 5912345 - Landline example
-
22123(local) →+678 22123
Received a call or message from +678?
A call or text from +678 (or 00678) originates from Vanuatu.
If you don't know anyone in Vanuatu, 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 +678 number unless you have an account in Vanuatu.
- Spoofed numbers: The caller ID can be faked. A call showing +678 may not actually originate from Vanuatu.
If you do know someone in Vanuatu and want to call them back, see the dialing instructions below.
How to call Vanuatu from abroad
- International format (recommended)
-
+678 [local number]Example:
+678 591 2345 - From a mobile phone
-
Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+678followed by the local number. - From a landline
-
Dial your country's international access code, then
678, then the local number.
| From | Dial |
|---|---|
| US/Canada | 011 678 [local number] |
| United Kingdom | 00 678 [local number] |
| Australia | 0011 678 [local number] |
| Your browser (DialHard) | +678 [local number] |
Do I need to drop the leading zero?
Vanuatu numbers don't typically have a trunk prefix to remove. Dial the number as-is after the country code.
What time zone is Vanuatu?
Pacific/Efate
Not a good time to call
03:07 AM local time · Late night / early morning
Most people are sleeping.
Calling Vanuatu
Direct calling to Vanuatu isn't available yet. View available destinations.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the code +678 from?
+678 is the international dialing code for Vanuatu.
Is +678 a mobile or landline code?
+678 is the country code for all of Vanuatu — 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 +678 a scam?
Not necessarily. +678 is the legitimate country code for Vanuatu. However, scammers can spoof any country code. If you don't recognize the number or weren't expecting a call from Vanuatu, don't call back — especially if they only rang once.
Why won't my call to Vanuatu connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +678 (not 00678 or just 678)
- 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 Vanuatu phone number look like?
A Vanuatu number in international format starts with
+678 followed by the local number.
Example: +678 5912345
How do I save a Vanuatu number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +678 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.
How do I block calls from +678?
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.