How do I call Guinea-Bissau from abroad?

To call Guinea-Bissau, dial your country's exit code, followed by the country code +245, and then the local phone number.

What is the country calling code for Guinea-Bissau?

The country calling code for Guinea-Bissau is +245. To call Guinea-Bissau from abroad, dial +245 followed by the local phone number.

What timezone is Guinea-Bissau in?

Guinea-Bissau is in the UTC timezone.

What currency is used in Guinea-Bissau?

The official currency of Guinea-Bissau is the West African CFA franc (Fr). This is the primary currency used for all transactions in the country.

What is the capital city of Guinea-Bissau?

The capital city of Guinea-Bissau is Bissau. It serves as the political and administrative center of the country.

How do I make cheap calls to Guinea-Bissau?

To make affordable calls to Guinea-Bissau from abroad, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +245 followed by the local number. No app download required, and our rates are significantly cheaper than traditional phone carriers.

How much does it cost to call Guinea-Bissau?

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How to Call Guinea-Bissau

Calling Guinea-Bissau: [exit code] 245 [local number].

Guinea-Bissau Country Code: +245

ISO: GW

GNB

Quick answer

To call Guinea-Bissau, dial your international exit code, then 245, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 00 245 955 012 345.

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Dialing format

00 245 955 012 345

Exit code • Country code • Local number

Whether you’re calling family, friends, or business contacts, knowing how to call Guinea-Bissau 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 Guinea-Bissau - whether you’re calling Bissau or anywhere else.

Step-by-Step Dialing Guide

Follow these simple steps to make a call to Guinea-Bissau from anywhere in the world

International Guide

Dial your country's exit code

Start with your country's international dialing prefix (often 00 or 011, or use + on mobile).

Add Guinea-Bissau's country code

Dial the country code +245 for Guinea-Bissau.

Enter the local phone number

Dial the local phone number in Guinea-Bissau (typically 8-10 digits, without any leading zeros).

Complete dialing format

Full format: [exit code] 245 [local number] - For example: 00 245 612 345 678

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International Dialing Format

00245955 012 345

Exit Code•Country Code•Phone Number

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+245955 012 345

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Calling Guinea-Bissau: Calling Code, Local Time & More

Calling Code

+245

Capital of Guinea-Bissau

Bissau

Region

Africa (Western Africa)

Currency of Guinea-Bissau

West African CFA franc (Fr)

Guinea-Bissau Time Zones

UTC

Current time

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Guinea-Bissau at a Glance

Guinea-Bissau, located in Western Africa, is a nation with a rich identity. Its capital city, Bissau, serves as the administrative center for a population of approximately 1.8M.

The official currency is the West African CFA franc (Fr). When calling Guinea-Bissau, the country code is +245. The country observes the UTC time zone(s), and the primary language(s) spoken include Portuguese, Upper Guinea Creole.

Destination Calling Profile: Guinea-Bissau

Population

1.8M

Population Rank

#146 of 230

Language Footprint

Portuguese, Upper Guinea Creole

Time Zone Footprint

UTC

City/Area Code Coverage

28 locations listed

Dial Code Status

Exclusive code in dataset

Guinea-Bissau currently has a 9-digit local number pattern in this guide, with country code +245.

Detailed route planning

Route planning details: Guinea-Bissau

Use this route profile to plan a real international call to Guinea-Bissau, including dialing format, timing, and destination context.

From

Your location

Guinea-Bissau

Common exit code: 00 or +Guinea-Bissau calling code: +245Time difference: N/A

For most international calls, start with your exit code or the plus sign, then dial +245 before the local Guinea-Bissau number.

Use Guinea-Bissau local business hours as the safest reference point before placing the call.

Guinea-Bissau dialing details

Guinea-Bissau is represented here by GW/GNB, Bissau, Western Africa, about 1.8M people, West African CFA franc (Fr), and primary language context of Portuguese, Upper Guinea Creole.

Destination calling code: +245. Destination time zones: UTC. Rate check: check live price before dialing.

Guinea-Bissau call planning

This destination-first route depends on the caller's local exit code plus +245. For business calls, use Guinea-Bissau's local workday as the default timing reference.

Dialing sequence: exit code +245 local number. Business-hour window: Use destination business hours. Time relationship: N/A.

Destination market: Guinea-Bissau is in Western Africa, with Bissau as a main administrative center. Calls may reach family, companies, banks, hotels, clinics, or public offices across a market of about 1.8M. Primary language context: Portuguese, Upper Guinea Creole. Local billing and everyday prices use West African CFA franc (Fr).

Route context: This page is destination-first, so the most important planning variables are Guinea-Bissau's country code, local timezone, destination language context, and whether the number is mobile or landline.

Use your local international prefix or +, then +245, then the Guinea-Bissau local number.Guinea-Bissau business-hour planning depends on the local destination timezone; the primary reference point here is Bissau.Guinea-Bissau language context: Portuguese, Upper Guinea Creole. Keep this in mind when calling businesses, hotels, banks, or local services.For Guinea-Bissau, check whether you are calling a landline or mobile number because those prices can differ; current context: check live price before dialing.

City & Area Codes for Guinea-Bissau

28 Locations

City / Region	Area Code	Full Dialing Pattern
Bafatá	245-41XXXX	+245-41XXXX [local number]
Bambadinca	245-41XXXX	+245-41XXXX [local number]
Bedanda	245-61XXXX	+245-61XXXX [local number]
Bigene	245-32XXXX	+245-32XXXX [local number]
Bissorã	245-32XXXX	+245-32XXXX [local number]
Bolama	245-81XXXX	+245-81XXXX [local number]
Brá	245-25XXXX	+245-25XXXX [local number]
Buba	245-61XXXX	+245-61XXXX [local number]
Bubaque	245-82XXXX	+245-82XXXX [local number]
Bula	245-33XXXX	+245-33XXXX [local number]
Cacheu	245-92XXXX	+245-92XXXX [local number]
Cacine	245-61XXXX	+245-61XXXX [local number]
Canchungo	245-91XXXX	+245-91XXXX [local number]
Caravela	245-83XXXX	+245-83XXXX [local number]
Catio	245-61XXXX	+245-61XXXX [local number]
Farim	245-35XXXX	+245-35XXXX [local number]
Fulacunda	245-61XXXX	+245-61XXXX [local number]
Gabú	245-51XXXX	+245-51XXXX [local number]
Ingore	245-33XXXX	+245-33XXXX [local number]
Mansoa	245-31XXXX	+245-31XXXX [local number]
Manssabá	245-31XXXX	+245-31XXXX [local number]
Pirada	245-53XXXX	+245-53XXXX [local number]
Quebo	245-62XXXX	+245-62XXXX [local number]
S. Domingos	245-93XXXX	+245-93XXXX [local number]
S. Luzia	245-22XXXX	+245-22XXXX [local number]
Sonaco	245-52XXXX	+245-52XXXX [local number]
Tite	245-61XXXX	+245-61XXXX [local number]
Uno	245-84XXXX	+245-84XXXX [local number]

Area codes are typically followed by the subscriber number.