Network & carriers
Suriname's telecom market is served by Telesur, Digicel Suriname, and Parbo Mobile as the major carriers.
+597 · SR · UTC-3
Suriname
Country Code & Virtual Numbers
Suriname's +597 code covers South America's only Dutch-speaking country, served primarily by Telesur and Digicel. Capital: Paramaribo · Business hours: 7:00 AM–3:00 PM EST.
// The Basics
What is the +597 country code?
Numbering format
Surinamese numbers are 6 or 7 digits, dialed the same way domestically and internationally beyond the country code.
Calling culture
Business culture in Suriname blends Dutch, Caribbean, and South American influences — a warm, courteous approach is typical.
Did you know
Suriname is the only Dutch-speaking country in South America, a legacy of its history as a former Dutch colony.
// Quick Facts
A quick read on Suriname numbers.
Surinamese numbers are 6 or 7 digits, dialed the same way domestically and internationally beyond the country code.
Best time to call Suriname from the US
Suriname is on UTC-3 · Business hours = – EST · Mon–Fri
// Why a Virtual Number
Why get a Suriname virtual number?
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Frequently Asked
Suriname questions answered.
Answers about Suriname's carrier landscape, business etiquette, and getting a local +597 virtual number.
Dial 011 (the US exit code), then 597, then the national number, leaving out any domestic trunk prefix (such as a leading 0).
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