Network & carriers
Saint Helena's telecom market is served by Sure South Atlantic, the territory's main carrier.
+290 · SH · UTC+0
Saint Helena
Country Code & Virtual Numbers
Saint Helena's +290 code covers a remote British South Atlantic territory served by Sure South Atlantic. Capital: Jamestown · Business hours: 4:00 AM–12:00 PM EST.
// The Basics
What is the +290 country code?
Numbering format
Saint Helena numbers are typically 4 digits, dialed the same way domestically and internationally beyond the country code.
Calling culture
Business culture on Saint Helena closely follows British norms — polite, straightforward communication is typical.
Did you know
Saint Helena is one of the most remote inhabited islands in the world, only gaining commercial air access in the 2010s.
// Quick Facts
A quick read on Saint Helena numbers.
Saint Helena numbers are typically 4 digits, dialed the same way domestically and internationally beyond the country code.
Best time to call Saint Helena from the US
Saint Helena is on UTC+0 · Business hours = – EST · Mon–Fri
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Frequently Asked
Saint Helena questions answered.
Answers about Saint Helena's telecom market and getting a local +290 virtual number.
Dial 011 (the US exit code), then 290, then the national number, leaving out any domestic trunk prefix (such as a leading 0).
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