The country code for Cabo Verde is +238. This code is required when dialing Cabo Verdean numbers from any other country. Remember to include the plus sign (+) before the country code.

Cabo Verde landline numbers are seven digits long and begin with '2', followed by a digit from 1-7. Dial +238 followed by the 7-digit number for international calls. For domestic calls within Cabo Verde, dial the 7-digit number directly.

Cabo Verde mobile numbers are seven digits long and start with '9', followed by a digit from 1-9. To call a mobile from outside Cabo Verde, dial +238 and then the 7-digit mobile number. Within Cabo Verde, dial the 7-digit number directly.

Toll-free numbers in Cabo Verde start with 800 and are followed by four additional digits. Dial +238 before the 800 prefix when calling from outside Cabo Verde. Domestically, the +238 is not needed.

Special services numbers in Cabo Verde are typically three digits long and start with '1', such as 112 for emergencies. These numbers may not require the country code when dialed within Cabo Verde.

To make an international call from Cabo Verde, dial the international prefix 00, followed by the destination country code, area code, and the local number. For instance, calling Portugal would look like 00 351 XXXX XXXX.

Cabo Verde currently does not offer number portability. This means that phone numbers are tied to the original telecom operator and cannot be transferred to a different provider. Number prefixes indicate the associated carrier.

CVTelecom manages most landline numbers in Cabo Verde, primarily those beginning with '2'. This means if you see a number starting with +238 2, it is most likely associated with CVTelecom.

Unitel T+ is the primary mobile network operator managing numbers starting with '9' in Cabo Verde. Therefore, if you encounter a +238 9 number, it is likely associated with Unitel T+.

Include the +238 country code when making international calls to Cabo Verde. It's also good practice to include it when storing or displaying Cabo Verdean numbers in databases or applications for consistency.

You can use regular expressions to validate Cabo Verdean phone numbers. For landlines: ^2[1-7]\d{5}$, mobiles: ^9[1-9]\d{5}$, toll-free: ^800\d{4}$, and special services: ^1\d{2}$. These expressions ensure accurate number formatting.

The Agência Nacional das Comunicações (ANAC) is the regulatory authority for telecommunications in Cabo Verde. They ensure compliance with international standards and oversee the telecommunications sector in the country.

Developers working with Cabo Verdean phone numbers can find the most up-to-date telecommunications regulations on the official ANAC website. This resource provides essential information for compliance and best practices.