Seychelles country code (+248) — formats & examples
Use +248 to call Seychelles. See number formats, common mistakes, and plan the best time to call.
Calling format
- Country code+248
- Mobile format pattern+248 X XXX XXX
- Landline format pattern+248 XX XXXX XXXX
- NotesOmit leading 0 when using country code; include area code where applicable.
Valid number patterns
Valid mobile number pattern
+248 X XXX XXX
e.g. +248 2 510 123
Valid landline number pattern
+248 XX XXXX XXXX
Dialing information
- Country code+248
- LanguagesSeychellois Creole, English, French
- Time zonesIndian/Mahe
- Phonecall rate$2.70/min
Landline $2.70/minMobile $2.70/min
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Start a callCommon dialing mistakes for Seychelles
- Forgetting to dial +248 before the local number - international calls to Seychelles require the country code.
- Keeping the leading zero when dialing from abroad - drop the leading 0 after the country code +248.
- Mixing up mobile and landline formats - Seychelles numbers differ in length and structure; check the pattern before dialing.
- Calling outside local business hours - check Seychelles's time zone to avoid very early or late calls.
- Omitting the country code when calling from another country - always use +248 for Seychelles.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about calling Seychelles with the +248 country code.
- Which time zones does Seychelles use?
- Seychelles has the following time zones: Indian/Mahe. Make sure to check local time before placing your call.
- Do I need to install an app to call Seychelles?
- No app download is necessary. You can call numbers in Seychelles directly from your browser using Phonecall. Just enter the Seychelles phone number (+248) to get started.
- What is an example of a mobile or landline number in Seychelles?
- A typical mobile number format is: +248 123456789. A landline number might look like: +248 12345678. Omit any leading 0.
- How much does it cost to call Seychelles?
- Calling Seychelles with Phonecall starts from $2.70/min for landlines and $2.70/min for mobile numbers. We show the rate before you dial.
- What is the calling code for Seychelles?
- The calling code for Seychelles is +248. To call, start with the international access code, then dial +248 followed by the local number.
- What languages are spoken in Seychelles?
- In Seychelles, the main languages spoken are Seychellois Creole, English, French.
Call planning
Check local time in Seychelles and your location so you call at a good time.
Time zones in Seychelles
Indian/Mahe
Best times to call are typically 9 AM – 5 PM local time in Seychelles. Avoid calling during early morning (before 8 AM) or late evening (after 9 PM) local time.