British Indian Ocean Territory Country Code
The ITU country calling code for British Indian Ocean Territory is +246. From Canada, dial 011 (international access), then +246, then the local number.
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British Indian Ocean Territory
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How to Call British Indian Ocean Territory
From Any Country:
+246 [Local Phone Number]
Example:
+246 123 4567 (Example: Calling Diego Garcia, British Indian Ocean Territory from anywhere in the world)
How do I dial mobiles vs landlines in British Indian Ocean Territory
British Indian Ocean Territory uses country code +246 with no area codes and 7-digit national numbers. From abroad, dial your exit code → 246 → the 7 digits. From within the territory, dial the 7 digits directly; international calls use the 00 exit prefix. Example formats: landline +246 37X XXXX; mobile +246 38X XXXX. There’s no trunk “0.” 
Mobiles vs landlines: The ranges are simple—37X for fixed, 38X for mobile. Service on Diego Garcia is provided by Sure Diego Garcia with GSM/4G and VoLTE; just dial the full number as written (there’s no city/area code to add).
Which mobile prefixes do mobile operators use in British Indian Ocean Territory
| Mobile Operator | Dialing Prefixes |
|---|---|
| Sure Diego Garcia (Sure International / Batelco) | mobile numbers use +246 38X XXXX. Operator provides GSM/4G (VoLTE) and fixed services on the atoll |
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