A Kiribati number gives your business a local presence with country code +686. Inside Kiribati, callers dial the trunk prefix 0 before the area code. From abroad, callers dial +686 and drop the 0.
Number types in Kiribati
- Local numbersGeographic numbers with a city or regional area code. Customers see a familiar local number and call you at local rates.
- Mobile numbersNumbers from mobile ranges, for services that need a mobile-looking number. SMS capability depends on the range.
Local numbers by city
- Tarawa 27000
- Abaiang 33000
- Abemama 41000
- Aranuka 40000
- Arorae 49000
- Banaba 37000
- Beru 46000
- Butaritari 35000
- Fanning 83000
- Gilbert Islands 72700000
- Kanton 85000
- Kiritimati 81000
- Kuria 39000
- Maiana 38000
- Makin 36000
- Marakei 34000
- Nikunau 47000
- Nonouti 42000
- North Tarawa 31000
- Onotoa 45000
- Tabiteuea North 43000
- Tabiteuea South 44000
- Tamana 48000
- Washington 84000
- Bairiki 75021000
Kiribati numbering at a glance
| Country code | +686 |
|---|---|
| Trunk prefix | 0 |
| International call prefix | 00 |
| Geographic number length | 5–8 digits after the country code |
| Mobile number length | 8 digits |
| Example landline format | +686 31234 |
| Number types in the plan | Local and mobile |
| Capital | Tarawa |
| Official languages | English, Gilbertese |
| Currency | AUD |
| Time zones | Pacific/Enderbury, Pacific/Kiritimati, Pacific/Tarawa |
What you get with every Kiribati number
- Delivery to your SIP trunk, IP-PBX, Microsoft Teams (Direct Routing), softphone or any mobile number
- Time-of-day routing, failover destinations and simultaneous ring
- Real-time call records and usage in the customer portal
- Number porting in and out, where the Kiribati regulator allows it
Requirements for Kiribati numbers
Some Kiribati number ranges require proof of a business or residential address, or company registration documents. You will see exactly what is needed for the number you choose before you pay, and you can upload documents in the portal. How verification works.
Frequently asked questions
Can I get a Kiribati number if my business is based elsewhere?
Often, yes. Many Kiribati ranges are available to international businesses; others need a local address. The requirement is shown on each number before checkout.
How do people abroad call a Kiribati number?
They dial their international access code (or + on a mobile), then 686, then the number without the leading 0. For example: +686 31234.
Can I move my existing Kiribati number to you?
In most cases, yes. Contact sales with the number and current provider and we will confirm portability and timing.
Which Kiribati cities can I get a local number in?
We list local area codes for 25 Kiribati cities and regions, including Tarawa, Abaiang, Abemama, Aranuka, Arorae and Banaba. Live stock is shown on each city page.