How to Call British Indian Ocean Territory
Calling British Indian Ocean Territory: [exit code] 246 [local number].
British Indian Ocean Territory Country Code: +246
Quick answer
To call British Indian Ocean Territory, dial your international exit code, then 246, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: +246 380 1234. Calls cost from ~$6.29 per minute with CallTuv.
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Dialing format
+ 246 380 1234
Exit code • Country code • Local number
Exit code
+
Use your country exit code, or + on mobile
Country code
+246
British Indian Ocean Territory's international calling code
Local number
380 1234
Enter the local number without the country code
Browser format
+246 380 1234
Use this format inside CallTuv
Whether you’re calling family, friends, or business contacts, knowing how to call British Indian Ocean Territory correctly helps your conversation start smoothly. This guide covers the essential dialing steps, including country and area codes that are easy to miss. By the end, you’ll be ready to connect confidently with anyone in British Indian Ocean Territory - whether you’re calling Diego Garcia or anywhere else.
Step-by-Step Dialing Guide
Follow these simple steps to make a call to British Indian Ocean Territory from anywhere in the world
Dial your country's exit code
Start with your country's international dialing prefix (often 00 or 011, or use + on mobile).
Add British Indian Ocean Territory's country code
Dial the country code +246 for British Indian Ocean Territory.
Enter the local phone number
Dial the local phone number in British Indian Ocean Territory (typically 8-10 digits, without any leading zeros).
Complete dialing format
Full format: [exit code] 246 [local number] - For example: 00 246 612 345 678
HOW TO CALL
International Dialing Format
CallTuv Format
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Calling Code
+246
Cost to Call British Indian Ocean Territory
~$6.29/min
Capital of British Indian Ocean Territory
Diego Garcia
Region
Africa (Eastern Africa)
Currency of British Indian Ocean Territory
United States dollar ($)
British Indian Ocean Territory Time Zones
UTC+06:00
Current time
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International Calling to British Indian Ocean Territory: FAQs
How do I call British Indian Ocean Territory from abroad?
To call British Indian Ocean Territory, dial your country's exit code, followed by the country code +246, and then the local phone number.
What is the country calling code for British Indian Ocean Territory?
The country calling code for British Indian Ocean Territory is +246. To call British Indian Ocean Territory from abroad, dial +246 followed by the local phone number.
How do I make cheap calls to British Indian Ocean Territory?
To make affordable calls to British Indian Ocean Territory from abroad, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +246 followed by the local number. No app download required, and calls start at ~$6.29 per minute.
How much does it cost to call British Indian Ocean Territory?
Calls to British Indian Ocean Territory cost ~$6.29 per minute with CallTuv, billed per minute with no subscription.View rates for British Indian Ocean Territory →
Can I use + instead of the exit code when calling British Indian Ocean Territory?
Yes. On mobile phones and in CallTuv, you can usually use +246. The plus sign replaces your country's international exit code.
Should I remove leading zeros from British Indian Ocean Territory phone numbers?
In most international dialing formats, remove the trunk prefix or leading zero before the local British Indian Ocean Territory number, then dial +246. If the dialer shows a formatting warning, follow the corrected format before calling.
