Country Code for Cape Verde: +238
Africa
+238
Dialing Code
CV
ISO2
CPV
ISO3
$ CVE
Cape Verdean Escudo
UTC-1
Timezone
Feb 28, 2026, 09:33 PM
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About Cape Verde Phone Codes
This page provides comprehensive information about Cape Verde's international dialing system, helping you make seamless phone calls to and from this destination.
The country code for Cape Verde is +238, which is essential for making international calls to Cape Verde. Our guide includes detailed dialing instructions, practical examples from major countries, and helpful tips to ensure your calls connect successfully. Whether you're calling for business, staying in touch with family, or making travel arrangements, you'll find all the country code information you need right here.
Beyond the primary phone code, we also provide useful details such as Cape Verde ISO country code (CV) CPV, local currency Cape Verdean Escudo ($), time zone information (UTC-1), and step-by-step dialing instructions to make your international calling experience as smooth as possible towards Cape Verde.
How to Call Cape Verde
International Format: +238 XXX XX XX
- 1Dial your country's international access code (usually 00 or +)
- 2Dial the Cape Verde country code: +238
- 3Dial the area code and phone number (8-9 digits total)
Examples from Popular Countries dialing to Cape Verde
From United States:
011 238 991 12 34
From United Kingdom:
00 238 991 12 34
From Portugal:
00 238 991 12 34
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ICCA – Instituto Cabo-verdiano da Criança e do Adolescente
Cape Verde's Institute for Children and Adolescents providing a free helpline for reporting child abuse, neglect, and violations of children's rights across the islands.
Carriers in Cape Verde
Traveling to Cape Verde or need a local SIM? These are the major mobile operators in the country. CV Móvel and Unitel T+ lead the mobile market, offering various packages for travelers and residents. Many offer eSIM options, making it easy to get connected before you even arrive.
Did you know?
CV Móvel covers all nine inhabited islands of Cape Verde, making mobile connectivity available across this Atlantic archipelago.
Cape Verde's main city phone codes
| City | Phone Code |
|---|---|
| Praia | +238 26 |
| Mindelo | +238 23 |
| Santa Maria (Sal) | +238 24 |
| Assomada | +238 26 |
| Espargos | +238 24 |
| Porto Novo | +238 22 |
Note: These are the main area codes for major cities in Cape Verde. When calling from abroad, dial the international access code, then +238, then the city code (without the + symbol), followed by the local number.