Dialling Code for Bahamas
How to call Bahamas from abroad
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
The international dialling code for Bahamas is +1242. To call Bahamas from the UK, dial 00 then 1242, followed by the local number. From the US or Canada, dial 011 then 1242. On a mobile phone you can simply dial +1242 directly.
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Bahamas calling details
| Country code | +1242 |
|---|---|
| Internet domain | .bs |
| Emergency number | 112 (works on most mobile networks worldwide) |
| Time zone | UTC-05:00 — check the time before you call |
| Capital | Nassau |
Bahamas in context
- Bahamas covers 13,943 km², making it the 155th largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- Its population density of about 29 people per km² ranks 154th of 196 (1st = most crowded).
- Bahamas has no land borders with other countries on this site.
- With 398,165 people, Bahamas holds about 1.1% of the population of Caribbean.
- That is roughly 0.1% of the North America total counted on this site.
- Traffic drives on the left, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- Bahamas is a member state of the United Nations.
Calling Bahamas — FAQ
What is the international dialling code for Bahamas?
The dialling code for Bahamas is +1242.
How do I call Bahamas from the UK?
To call Bahamas from the UK, dial 00 1242 followed by the local number (drop any leading 0).
How do I call Bahamas from the US?
To call Bahamas from the US, dial 011 1242 followed by the local number.
Do other countries share the +1242 dialling code?
No — +1242 is used exclusively by Bahamas.
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