The +1-767 country code is for Dominica, a small mountainous island in the Eastern Caribbean between Guadeloupe and Martinique. This is the Commonwealth of Dominica -- not the Dominican Republic (that's +1-809). People mix them up constantly, and it matters because they're completely different countries.
Dominica has about 72,000 people. The capital is Roseau, on the southwest coast. The island is volcanic, steep, covered in rainforest, and has more rivers per square mile than almost anywhere else on Earth. It's one of the few places in the Caribbean where the indigenous Kalinago (Carib) people still have a designated territory. Hurricane Maria hit Dominica in September 2017 and destroyed roughly 90% of the buildings on the island. The recovery took years.
Quick answer: The country code +1-767 is for Dominica (not the Dominican Republic). It's a NANP territory with area code 767. Numbers follow the format
+1-767-XXX-XXXX(10 digits total). Mobile numbers use prefixes like 225-227, 235-237, 245-247, 275-277, 315-317. Landlines use 440-449, 255, 266. There is no trunk prefix.
How to call Dominica: quick reference
Dominica is part of the NANP with area code 767. From the US or Canada, dial 1-767 plus the 7-digit local number. From other countries, use your international exit code, then 1-767 and the local number. No trunk prefix to worry about.
| Calling from | Dialing format |
|---|---|
| US/Canada mobile | +1767 [local number] |
| US/Canada landline | 011-1767-[local number] |
| UK | 00-1767-[local number] |
| Australia | 0011-1767-[local number] |
| Germany | 00-1767-[local number] |
| France | 00-1767-[local number] |
Understanding Dominica phone numbers
All Dominican numbers are 7 digits after the 767 area code, following the NANP format +1-767-NXX-XXXX.
Mobile numbers
Mobile prefixes include 225-227, 235-237, 245-247, 275-277, 315-317, and 612-617. The two carriers split these ranges. A typical Dominican mobile number looks like +1-767-275-XXXX or +1-767-316-XXXX.
Landline numbers
Landlines use prefixes like 440-449, 255, 266, and 448. Most landlines are in Roseau and the surrounding Portsmouth area. A business landline looks like +1-767-448-XXXX.
Geographic note
There's no sub-division by region within the 767 area code. The island is only 47km long and 26km wide, so there was never a need for geographic area codes. The prefix tells you whether it's mobile or landline but not where on the island the number is located.
Mobile carriers in Dominica
Flow (Liberty Latin America)
The incumbent carrier, formerly Cable & Wireless and then LIME. Flow provides landline, mobile, and broadband services. After Hurricane Maria, Flow invested heavily in rebuilding the network. Coverage is reasonable in populated areas along the coast, but the mountainous interior can have gaps.
Digicel
The second carrier, focused on mobile. Digicel entered Dominica in the mid-2000s and competes on prepaid pricing and data bundles. Like Flow, Digicel had to rebuild much of its infrastructure after Maria.
Post-hurricane reality
The 2017 hurricane destroyed most cell towers on the island. Both carriers have rebuilt, but coverage in remote mountainous areas and some villages remains inconsistent. Roseau, Portsmouth, and the main coastal road have reliable 4G. The Kalinago Territory on the east coast and some interior villages may have weaker signal.
Don't confuse +1767 with nearby codes
| Code | Country | Why it's confused |
|---|---|---|
| +1-809/829/849 | Dominican Republic | Similar name, completely different country |
| +1-758 | Saint Lucia | Neighboring island, similar area code range |
| +1-473 | Grenada | Nearby Eastern Caribbean NANP island |
The Dominica vs. Dominican Republic confusion is the single biggest issue. Dominica (area code 767) is a tiny mountainous island of 72,000 people. The Dominican Republic (area codes 809, 829, 849) shares Hispaniola with Haiti and has 11 million people. They are 700km apart. If someone says "I'm calling the Dominican Republic" and dials +1-767, they'll reach the wrong country entirely.
Time zone considerations
Dominica uses Atlantic Standard Time (AST), UTC-4, year-round. No daylight saving time.
| Your location | Time difference | When it's 9 AM in Roseau |
|---|---|---|
| US East Coast (EST) | +1 hour | 8:00 AM in New York |
| US East Coast (EDT) | Same | 9:00 AM in New York |
| UK (GMT) | -4 hours | 1:00 PM in London |
| France (CET) | -5 hours | 2:00 PM in Paris |
| Guadeloupe/Martinique | Same | 9:00 AM |
France is listed because Dominica sits between two French overseas departments -- Guadeloupe to the north and Martinique to the south. There's regular ferry traffic between the islands, and many Dominicans speak French Creole alongside English.
Communication in Dominica
Business hours
Government and business hours are typically 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM or 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Banks close at 3:00 PM. Saturday mornings are common for shops. Sunday most things are closed.
Languages
English is the official language and used for all government and business communication. Most Dominicans also speak Dominican Creole French (Kwéyòl or Patois), a legacy of early French colonization. Kwéyòl is mutually intelligible with the Creole spoken in Guadeloupe, Martinique, Saint Lucia, and Haiti. You'll hear both languages in daily conversation, but phone calls to businesses and government offices will be in English.
Network and connectivity
Internet and mobile connectivity improved after the post-Maria rebuild, but Dominica remains one of the less connected Caribbean islands. WhatsApp is the dominant messaging app. Landline usage is declining as mobile takes over, but government offices and hotels still use landlines.
The Dominican diaspora
Where they went
Dominica has a large diaspora relative to its population. The biggest communities are in the UK (especially London), the US (New York, particularly Brooklyn and the Bronx), the US Virgin Islands, Guadeloupe, Martinique, and Antigua. The combined diaspora may outnumber the people still living on the island.
Why they call
With such a small home population and large overseas community, phone calls back to Dominica are a lifeline. Family connections are tight. After Hurricane Maria, international call traffic to Dominica spiked as people tried to reach relatives -- and for weeks many couldn't, because the network was down. Today, calls from the US, UK, and neighboring French islands make up most of the inbound traffic. Carnival (Mas Domnik, held in February/March) and Independence Day (November 3) bring call surges.
Dialing examples
Calling a mobile in Dominica from the US
Your cousin's Dominican mobile number is 275-1234. From a US mobile, dial +1-767-275-1234. From a US landline, dial 1-767-275-1234.
Calling a hotel in Roseau from the UK
A guesthouse has the number 448-3000. From the UK, dial +1-767-448-3000 or 00-1-767-448-3000.
Calling from Guadeloupe or Martinique
Despite being neighbors, calls from the French islands to Dominica are international. Dial 00-1-767-XXX-XXXX from a landline or +1-767-XXX-XXXX from a mobile.
Local calls within Dominica
Dial the 7-digit number directly: 275-1234. No area code needed for local calls.
Common mistakes to avoid
Confusing Dominica with the Dominican Republic
This is the most common mistake by far. Dominica is +1-767. The Dominican Republic is +1-809, +1-829, or +1-849. Different country, different island, different everything. If you Google "Dominica phone code" you might even get Dominican Republic results -- double check the area code.
Assuming it's a free US call
Like other Caribbean NANP territories, +1-767 looks like a US area code. It's not. Your US carrier will charge international rates. Many unlimited US calling plans exclude Caribbean NANP numbers.
Not accounting for post-hurricane infrastructure
Some phone numbers in rural areas may have changed after the Hurricane Maria rebuild. If you can't reach an old Dominican number, it may have been reassigned or the landline service may not have been restored. Try a mobile number instead.
Calling during French holidays
Guadeloupe and Martinique are French departments and follow French holiday schedules. If you're trying to reach someone who does business between Dominica and the French islands, be aware that the French islands may be closed on days when Dominica is open, and vice versa.
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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
What country uses the +1-767 code?
The +1-767 code is for the Commonwealth of Dominica, a small island in the Eastern Caribbean. It is not the Dominican Republic, which uses +1-809, +1-829, and +1-849.
Is Dominica the same as the Dominican Republic?
No. Dominica (area code 767) is a small English-speaking island of 72,000 people between Guadeloupe and Martinique. The Dominican Republic (area codes 809, 829, 849) is a much larger Spanish-speaking country on the island of Hispaniola, about 700km northwest of Dominica.
What language is spoken in Dominica?
English is the official language. Most people also speak Dominican Creole French (Kwéyòl), a legacy of early French colonization. Business calls will be in English.
Did Hurricane Maria affect Dominica's phone network?
Yes. Hurricane Maria in September 2017 destroyed most of the island's telecommunications infrastructure. Both Flow and Digicel have rebuilt their networks, though some rural areas still have less reliable coverage than before the hurricane.
How much does it cost to call Dominica?
With CallSky, Economy rates are $0.46/min for mobiles and $0.47/min for landlines. Premium rates are $0.57/min for landlines and $0.82/min for mobiles.
Calling other Eastern Caribbean islands? Check our guides to Saint Lucia (+1-758), Grenada (+1-473), and Antigua and Barbuda (+1-268).