Network & carriers
The Faroe Islands' telecom market is served by Føroya Tele and Hey as the major carriers.
+298 · FO · UTC+0
Faroe Islands
Country Code & Virtual Numbers
The Faroe Islands' +298 code covers a self-governing Danish territory served by Føroya Tele and Hey. Capital: Tórshavn · Business hours: 4:00 AM–12:00 PM EST.
// The Basics
What is the +298 country code?
Numbering format
Faroese numbers are 6 digits, dialed the same way domestically and internationally beyond the country code.
Calling culture
Business culture in the Faroe Islands closely mirrors Danish and Nordic norms — direct, efficient communication is typical.
Did you know
The Faroe Islands, though part of the Kingdom of Denmark, maintain their own dedicated +298 country code and independent telecom market.
// Quick Facts
A quick read on Faroe Islands numbers.
Faroese numbers are a flat 6 digits, dialed the same way domestically and internationally beyond the country code.
Best time to call Faroe Islands from the US
Faroe Islands is on UTC+0 · Business hours = – EST · Mon–Fri
// Why a Virtual Number
Why get a Faroe Islands virtual number?
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Frequently Asked
Faroe Islands questions answered.
Answers about the Faroe Islands' carrier landscape, efficient business culture, and getting a local +298 virtual number.
Dial 011 (the US exit code), then 298, then the national number, leaving out any domestic trunk prefix (such as a leading 0).
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