How to Make International Calls to the Bahamas from the United States

Consider the Bahamas area codes and time zone differences when calling from the US to the Bahamas to ensure your call connects accurately at the right time.

When making local or international calls, area codes route calls to specific regions within the country. The Bahamas has only a single area code, 242, for all its regions. It is because it is small compared to other countries, which often have multiple area codes. As such, unlike in other countries, you do not have to memorize different area codes.

While the US follows six standard time zones, the Bahamas follows only one, i.e., Eastern Time Zone. So, consider time zone differences to ensure you contact your intended user at an appropriate time.

As the normal working hours in the North American nation start at 9 AM and end at 5 PM, here is a table showing the best time for calling the Bahamas from the US.

• Step 1: Dial 1, the Bahamas country code.
• Step 2: Dial the area code 242.
• Step 3: Dial the seven-digit Bahamas phone number.

Note: To call the toll-free number in the Bahamas from the US, simply dial ‘1’, toll-free prefix, followed by the seven-digit number.

T-Mobile charges around $3.00 without subscribing to its Stateside International Plan and $0.10 for both landline and mobile with the subscription plan. Likewise, AT&T phone service has an international basic rate of $3.75 per minute without subscribing to its plan. However, it charges $0.25 per minute upon subscription (Worldwide Value Calling plan). The calling charge from the US to the Bahamas varies depending upon providers and offered plan.

Besides calling directly through traditional carriers, you can contact the Bahamas using other alternatives such as VoIP services, social media apps, and calling cards.

• Calling Cards: You can easily purchase calling cards from nearby gas stations, convenience stores, large retailers, supermarkets, and newspaper stands. The calling charge is typically lower than that of traditional carriers.
• VoIP Services: VoIP phone services allow you to make audio and video calls at an affordable rate via the Internet. The exact cost depends on your chosen provider and the specific service plan.
• Social Media Apps: Instead of using a traditional phone network, you can enjoy affordable or zero-cost calls using a social media platform like FaceTime, WhatsApp, or Facebook Messenger. With a stable internet connection, you can also enjoy audio and video calls using these apps. However, both parties should use the same app to enjoy the service.

Calling the Bahamas from the U.S. is easy. As both countries are part of the NANP, an international access code is not required, even if you make an international call. You just need to dial the Bahamas country code and area code, followed by the 7-digit local phone number.
 

To call Nassau, Bahamas, you should dial the Bahamas country code and area code followed by the local phone number, such as 1-242-XXX-XXXX.

Area code 242 does not belong to the US. Instead, it’s a telephone area code for the Bahamas.