Network & carriers
Tuvalu's telecom market is served by Tuvalu Telecommunications Corporation (TTC), the country's sole provider.
+688 · TV · UTC+12
Tuvalu
Country Code & Virtual Numbers
Tuvalu's +688 code covers one of the world's smallest nations, served by its national telecom corporation. Capital: Funafuti · Business hours: 4:00 PM–12:00 AM EST.
// The Basics
What is the +688 country code?
Numbering format
Tuvaluan numbers are typically 5 to 6 digits, dialed the same way domestically and internationally beyond the country code.
Calling culture
Business culture in Tuvalu is relaxed and community-oriented, reflecting the pace of life in one of the world's smallest nations.
Did you know
Tuvalu is one of the smallest and least populous countries in the world, with a telecom market served by a single national provider.
// Quick Facts
A quick read on Tuvalu numbers.
Tuvaluan numbers are typically 5 to 6 digits, dialed the same way domestically and internationally beyond the country code.
Best time to call Tuvalu from the US
Tuvalu is on UTC+12 · Business hours = – EST · Mon–Fri
// Why a Virtual Number
Why get a Tuvalu virtual number?
A +688 virtual number gives your business instant local presence in Tuvalu — without the overhead.
Local caller ID in Tuvalu
When you call from your virtual Tuvalu number, contacts see a local +688 number — dramatically improving answer rates.
No office needed
Establish a local presence in Tuvalu without renting space, hiring locally, or installing any hardware.
Instant credibility
A recognizable local number helps build trust with consumers in this small, close-knit Pacific nation.
Routes to any device
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Frequently Asked
Tuvalu questions answered.
Answers about Tuvalu's telecom market, relaxed business culture, and getting a local +688 virtual number.
Dial 011 (the US exit code), then 688, then the national number, leaving out any domestic trunk prefix (such as a leading 0).
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