The +681 country code connects you to Wallis and Futuna, a French overseas collectivity tucked between Fiji and Samoa in the South Pacific. About 11,000 people live across three main islands: Wallis (Uvea), Futuna, and the uninhabited Alofi. It's one of the least-visited and least-known territories in the Pacific, and one of the few places where traditional Polynesian kingdoms still function alongside French administration.
Phone numbers here are 6 digits with no area codes. You dial +681 followed by the local number. The telecom infrastructure is run by a single operator, SPT (Service des Postes et Telecommunications), which handles landlines, mobile, and internet for the entire territory.
Quick answer: +681 is the country code for Wallis and Futuna. All phone numbers are 6 digits. There are no area codes and no trunk prefix. From the US, dial +681 then the 6-digit local number.
How to call Wallis and Futuna: quick reference
The format depends on where you're calling from. Mobile phones accept the + prefix directly, while landlines need the international access code for your country.
| Calling from | Dialing format |
|---|---|
| US/Canada mobile | +681 [local number] |
| US/Canada landline | 011-681-[local number] |
| France | 00-681-[local number] |
| New Caledonia | 00-681-[local number] |
| Australia | 0011-681-[local number] |
| CallSky app | +681 [local number] |
Understanding Wallis and Futuna phone numbers
All phone numbers in Wallis and Futuna are 6 digits. There are no area codes and no distinction in length between landlines and mobiles.
Landline numbers
Landlines start with 72 and are used across both Wallis and Futuna islands:
| Prefix | Service |
|---|---|
| 72xxxx | Fixed landlines (both islands) |
Example: +681 72-12-34 reaches a landline.
Mobile numbers
Mobile numbers start with 82 or 83:
| Prefix | Service |
|---|---|
| 82xxxx | Mobile (SPT) |
| 83xxxx | Mobile (SPT) |
Example: +681 82-34-56 reaches a mobile phone.
Number formatting
Local numbers are typically written in groups of two: XX-XX-XX. This follows the French formatting convention. So a full international call looks like +681 82-34-56.
Mobile carriers in Wallis and Futuna
SPT (Service des Postes et Telecommunications)
SPT is the sole telecom operator in Wallis and Futuna. It's government-run and handles everything: landlines, mobile service, and internet. There is no competing carrier. SPT operates a 3G mobile network on both Wallis and Futuna, with 4G available in limited areas around Mata-Utu (the capital, on Wallis). Coverage on Futuna is more limited, and speeds are generally slower than what you'd find in metropolitan France or even neighboring New Caledonia.
Because SPT is the only option, there's no carrier choice to make when calling. All numbers, landline and mobile, route through SPT infrastructure.
Don't confuse +681 with nearby codes
The +681 code sits near several other Pacific codes that are easy to confuse:
| Code | Country | How to tell apart |
|---|---|---|
| +679 | Fiji | 7-digit numbers, much larger country |
| +680 | Palau | 7-digit numbers, Micronesian |
| +681 | Wallis and Futuna | 6-digit numbers, French territory |
| +682 | Cook Islands | 5-digit numbers, NZ-associated |
| +685 | Samoa | 5-7 digit numbers, independent Polynesian state |
The 6-digit format is distinctive — most Pacific Island nations use 5 or 7 digits. If you see a +681 number with exactly 6 digits, it's Wallis and Futuna.
Time zone considerations
Wallis and Futuna uses UTC+12 year-round with no daylight saving time.
| Your location | Time difference | Best calling window |
|---|---|---|
| US West Coast (PST) | Wallis is +20 hours (next day) | 4pm–7pm your time = 12pm–3pm next day Wallis |
| US East Coast (EST) | Wallis is +17 hours (next day) | 4pm–8pm your time = 9am–1pm next day Wallis |
| France (CET) | Wallis is +11 hours | 8pm–10pm your time = 7am–9am Wallis |
| New Caledonia (NCT) | Wallis is +1 hour | Any reasonable hour |
The France row matters most here, since most calls to Wallis and Futuna come from metropolitan France. Evening calls from Paris catch early morning in Wallis. From the US, you're calling into the next calendar day.
Communication in Wallis and Futuna
Business hours
Government offices follow French hours, roughly 7:30am to 4:00pm Monday through Friday. Most shops and services close for a midday break. Saturday mornings have limited commercial activity. Sunday is very quiet — Wallis and Futuna is deeply Catholic, and church attendance is near universal.
Network quality
International calls route through satellite and limited submarine cable connections. Voice quality is generally acceptable for calls, but don't expect the clarity you'd get calling Paris or Sydney. Internet is slow and expensive by global standards. SPT's mobile network covers the main populated areas on Wallis and the two main villages on Futuna, but rural and coastal areas may have weak or no signal.
Language
French is the official language and what you'll hear in government and business. Most people also speak Wallisian (on Wallis) or Futunan (on Futuna), both Polynesian languages closely related to Tongan and Samoan. If you're calling a government office or business, French will work. For personal calls to older residents in villages, the local language may be preferred.
The Wallis and Futuna diaspora
Where Wallisians and Futunans live abroad
Here's an unusual fact: far more Wallisians and Futunans live in New Caledonia than in Wallis and Futuna itself. The community in New Caledonia numbers around 20,000-25,000, compared to about 11,000 still on the islands. They migrated primarily for work in New Caledonia's nickel mining industry and public sector jobs. There's also a smaller community in metropolitan France, mostly in the Paris region.
Why they call home
The New Caledonia connection drives most international call traffic to +681. Families are split between the two territories, and calls home are frequent. Traditional events — church festivals, customary ceremonies, funerals — generate spikes in call volume. The three traditional kingdoms (Uvea on Wallis, Alo and Sigave on Futuna) still hold real authority alongside the French administration, and community obligations sometimes require urgent coordination across the ocean.
Dialing examples
Calling a landline on Wallis from the US
A Wallis landline number like 72-12-34. From a US mobile, dial +681 721234. From a US landline, dial 011 681 721234.
Calling a mobile from France
A mobile number like 82-34-56. From a French phone, dial 00 681 823456 or +681 823456.
Calling a mobile from New Caledonia
A mobile number like 83-45-67. From a New Caledonian phone, dial 00 681 834567 or +681 834567.
Calling from the CallSky app
Any Wallis and Futuna number like 72-56-78. In the CallSky app, dial +681 725678. The app handles the formatting automatically.
Common mistakes to avoid
Dialing the French country code (+33) instead
Wallis and Futuna is a French territory, but it does not use France's +33 country code. It has its own code: +681. Dialing +33 followed by a Wallis number will not connect you.
Using the wrong number of digits
All numbers in Wallis and Futuna are exactly 6 digits. If you have more or fewer digits, double-check the number. There are no area codes to add or remove.
Expecting fast data connections
If you're trying a VoIP or video call and the quality is poor, it's likely the limited bandwidth on the Wallis and Futuna end. A regular voice call through CallSky will work better than a video call in most cases.
Confusing Wallis and Futuna with other French Pacific territories
New Caledonia is +687, French Polynesia is +689. All three are French territories in the Pacific with separate country codes. Make sure you're dialing +681 specifically for Wallis and Futuna.
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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
What country has the +681 country code?
Wallis and Futuna, a French overseas collectivity in the South Pacific located between Fiji and Samoa.
How many digits are in a Wallis and Futuna phone number?
All phone numbers are 6 digits. There are no area codes, so you dial +681 followed by the 6-digit local number.
How do I call Wallis and Futuna from the US?
From a US mobile, dial +681 followed by the 6-digit number. From a US landline, dial 011-681 then the local number.
What time zone is Wallis and Futuna in?
UTC+12 year-round with no daylight saving time.
How much does it cost to call Wallis and Futuna?
With CallSky, Premium rates are just $0.04/min for both landline and mobile. Economy rates are $0.75/min.
Looking for more Pacific Island dialing guides? Check out New Caledonia (+687), French Polynesia (+689), or browse the full country code directory.