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Country Code for Guinea-Bissau: +245

Africa

+245

Dialing Code

GW

ISO2

GNB

ISO3

CFA XOF

West African CFA Franc

UTC+0

Timezone

Feb 23, 2026, 09:25 PM

Current Time

About Guinea-Bissau Phone Codes

This page provides comprehensive information about Guinea-Bissau's international dialing system, helping you make seamless phone calls to and from this destination.

The country code for Guinea-Bissau is +245, which is essential for making international calls to Guinea-Bissau. 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 Guinea-Bissau ISO country code (GW) GNB, local currency West African CFA Franc (CFA), time zone information (UTC+0), and step-by-step dialing instructions to make your international calling experience as smooth as possible towards Guinea-Bissau.

How to Call Guinea-Bissau

International Format: +245 XXX XXX XXX

  1. 1Dial your country's international access code (usually 00 or +)
  2. 2Dial the Guinea-Bissau country code: +245
  3. 3Dial the area code and phone number (8-9 digits total)

Examples from Popular Countries dialing to Guinea-Bissau

From United States:

011 245 955 123 456

From Portugal:

00 245 955 123 456

GW Emergency Numbers
Child safety helpline

Report bullying or get support

SOS Enfants Guinée-Bissau

Guinea-Bissau's child protection service works with UNICEF to provide support for children facing abuse, exploitation, and abandonment.

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Carriers in Guinea-Bissau

When calling or traveling to Guinea-Bissau, it helps to know the main mobile network operators. You'll find Orange Bissau and MTN Bissau as the primary options, with stores and coverage across major cities. These carriers typically offer good coverage in urban areas and tourist destinations.

Did you know?

Guinea-Bissau's telecom market relies almost entirely on mobile networks, with virtually no fixed-line infrastructure outside the capital.

Guinea-Bissau's main city phone codes

CityPhone Code
Bissau+245 20
Bafatá+245 20
Gabú+245 20
Cacheu+245 20
Bissorã+245 20

Note: These are the main area codes for major cities in Guinea-Bissau. When calling from abroad, dial the international access code, then +245, then the city code (without the + symbol), followed by the local number.