Tuvalu Country Code: +688
The international calling code for Tuvalu is +688. You need this code to dial any phone number in Tuvalu from another country. This code is assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) under the E.164 standard. Below you will find everything you need to successfully place a call to Tuvalu, including the correct number format, trunk prefix, and worked examples.
How to Call Tuvalu from Abroad
Follow these steps to dial a phone number in Tuvalu from any other country. The process is the same whether you are calling a landline or a mobile number.
- 1Dial the international access code or +
On a mobile phone, press and hold 0 to get the + symbol. From a landline, dial your country's exit code (00 from most of Europe, 011 from the US/Canada, 0011 from Australia). With Kinvo, simply type + in the dialer.
- 2Dial Tuvalu's country code: 688
After the + or exit code, enter 688. This routes your call to Tuvalu's telephone network.
- 3Dial the full local number
Tuvalu does not use a trunk prefix, so dial the local number exactly as written after the country code. No digits need to be removed.
- 4Dial the remaining local number
Enter the area code (if applicable) and the subscriber number. The complete international number should look like this: +688 90 1234
Tuvalu Phone Number Format
Landline Numbers
Landline numbers in Tuvalu typically include an area code that identifies the city or region, followed by the subscriber number.
Mobile Numbers
Mobile phone numbers in Tuvalu typically begin with 9 (after the country code).
International Format Example
Dialing Example: Calling Tuvalu
Tuvalu does not use a trunk prefix, so the domestic and international formats are very similar. Simply add +688 before the local number:
Call Tuvalu from Your Browser
With Kinvo, you can call landlines and mobiles in Tuvalu directly from Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge. No app to install, no subscription. Just sign up, add pay-as-you-go credits (starting from $5), and dial +688 followed by the local number.
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Frequently Asked Questions: Tuvalu Country Code
What is the country code for Tuvalu?
The international dialing code for Tuvalu is +688. This code must be dialed before the local phone number when calling Tuvalu from any other country. The ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 code for Tuvalu is TV.
How do I call Tuvalu from the United States?
From the US, dial 011 (the US exit code) followed by 688 (the Tuvalu country code) and then the local number. Alternatively, dial +688 from a mobile phone. For example: +688 90 1234.
Do I need to drop the 0 when calling Tuvalu internationally?
Tuvalu does not use a trunk prefix that needs to be removed. Simply add the country code +688 before the local number as-is.
What do Tuvalu mobile numbers start with?
Mobile phone numbers in Tuvalu typically start with 9 after the country code +688. When dialing from abroad, the full mobile number would begin with +688 9...
Can I call Tuvalu from my browser?
Yes. Kinvo allows you to call any phone number in Tuvalu directly from your web browser using WebRTC technology. No app download or installation is required. Simply create a free account, add credits (from $5), and dial +688 followed by the local number. Calls include HD voice quality and end-to-end encryption.
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