Cape Verde Country Code

The ITU country calling code for Cape Verde is +238. From Canada, dial 011 (international access), then +238, then the local number.

+238

Calling Code

491.2K

Population

4.0K km²

Area (km²)

Cape Verdean Escudo

CVE

Quick Facts

Republic of Cabo Verde

Cape Verde

Africa Western Africa

Coat of arms

Basic Information

Calling Code +238

ISO Codes CV / CPV

Capital Praia

Independent Yes

Demographics

Population 491.2K

Area 4.0K km²

Languages Portuguese

Driving Side right

Geography & Time

Region Africa

Subregion Western Africa

Continent Africa

Time Zones UTC-01:00

Currency

Cape Verdean Escudo (CVE)

Borders

N/A

Neighboring countries

How to Call Cape Verde

From Any Country:

 +238 [Local Phone Number]

Example:

+238 260 1234

(Example: Calling Praia, Cape Verde from anywhere in the world)

How do I dial mobiles vs landlines in Cabo Verde

Cabo Verde’s country calling code is +238. Numbers are 7 digits and the plan is closed: you always dial all 7 digits domestically, and there’s no trunk “0.” From abroad, dial your exit code (e.g., 00/011) → 238 → the 7-digit number. From inside Cabo Verde, dial the same 7 digits; international calls use the 00 exit prefix. Typical formats: +238 260 XXXX (Praia fixed), +238 230 XXXX (Mindelo fixed), +238 98X XXXX (mobile).

Mobiles vs landlines: Fixed lines are geographic and begin with 2xx codes tied to islands/cities (see list). Mobile numbers are non-geographic and begin with operator ranges: 51/52/53 & 91/92/93 (Unitel T+), and 58/59 & 95/97/98/99 (CV Móvel). Number portability is regulated in Cabo Verde, so a prefix shows the original allocation only—always dial the full number exactly as written.

What are the city and area codes in Cabo Verde

Dialing tip: If you see a local fixed number written as 2xx xxxx, just add +238 in front for international format—there’s no “0” to drop.

City	Area Code	International Dialing Format
Praia (Santiago Island)	260–264	+238 260–264 XXXX
Santa Catarina / Tarrafal / Cidade Velha / São Domingos / Pedra Badejo (Santiago)	265 / 266 / 267 / 268 / 269	+238 265/266/267/268/269 XXXX
Mindelo (São Vicente)	230–232	+238 230–232 XXXX
São Nicolau (Ribeira Brava, Tarrafal, Fajã, Praia Branca)	235–238	+238 235–238 XXXX
Sal (Espargos, Santa Maria)	241 / 242	+238 241/242 XXXX
Boa Vista (Sal Rei, Fundo das Figueiras) / Maio (Vila do Maio, Calheta)	251 / 252 / 255 / 256	+238 251/252/255/256 XXXX
Fogo (São Filipe, Cova Figueira, Mosteiros) / Brava (Nova Sintra)	281–285	+238 281–285 XXXX

Which mobile prefixes do mobile operators use in Cabo Verde

Dialing tip: Cabo Verde mobiles are 7 digits. From abroad, format as +238 {prefix} {subscriber} (e.g., +238 99X XXXX). Because MNP is in place, prefixes may not reflect the current network.