How to Make International Call to French Guiana
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About Calling French Guiana
Calling French Guiana is straightforward with HelloAirDial. Open your browser, enter the number, and connect - no apps or special equipment needed. Your first call is free so you can try the service before adding any balance.
To call French Guiana, dial your international access code, then the +594 country code, followed by the 9 digit local number. HelloAirDial shows clear per minute rates so you avoid bill shock on international calls to French Guiana.
Call directly from your browser with HelloAirDial, no SIM or calling card needed, and keep your caller ID consistent. This makes cheap calls to French Guiana simple for both mobiles and landlines, with quick setup for repeat contacts.
💼 Business
- Coordinate with space, logistics, or public sector partners in Cayenne or Kourou.
- Support local teams, NGOs, or field operations across French Guiana.
🏦 Banking
- Verify card transactions or account activity with banks based in French Guiana.
- Complete two factor checks or phone approvals for local financial services.
👪 Friends & family
- Stay in touch with relatives who have moved to or from mainland France.
- Share updates with friends working in research, space, or environmental projects.
Common challenges: International calls to French Guiana can be costly, and coverage outside Cayenne, Kourou, and major towns may be limited, which can affect call quality and reliability for rural contacts.
Useful information about French Guiana
Use HelloAirDial for cheap calls to French Guiana and reliable international calls to French Guiana. Learn how to call French Guiana easily for business or family chats.
- Country code: +594
- Primary time zone: America/Cayenne
- Rates from: $0.05/minute
Popular cities in French Guiana:
- Cayenne (capital) · 594Capital and main administrative and commercial center.
- Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni · 594Border town near Suriname, regional trade hub.
- Kourou · 594Home of the Guiana Space Centre and related services.
- Matoury · 594Suburban area near Cayenne with airport and logistics.
Timezones in French Guiana:
1 time zone
America/Cayenne
Single time zone; business hours are consistent across the country.
Common languages spoken in French Guiana:
- French (official)
- Guianese Creole French
- Portuguese
Telecom providers used within French Guiana:
- Orange Caraibe · mobile/fixed-line/data - Wide mobile and fixed coverage across main populated areas.
- Digicel Guyane · mobile/data - Mobile voice and data services in urban and semi-urban zones.
- SFR Caraibe · mobile/data - Mobile network with 4G in major towns and surroundings.
Guide to calling French Guiana
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Working days
Typical working days: Monday-Friday. Confirm with local teams during holidays.
Business hours
Business hours often run from 08:00 to 17:00. Typical office hours in the single America/Cayenne timezone.
Professional calling etiquette
- Use formal titles and surnames at the start of business conversations.
- Be punctual for scheduled calls and confirm the agenda briefly.
- Follow up important discussions with an email summary in French if possible.
How to greet
- Bonjour, ici [your name] de [company].
- Bonsoir, puis-je parler a [name] s il vous plait ?
- Hello, do you prefer French or English for this call?
Public holidays
- New Year s Day — 01-01
- Bastille Day — 07-14
- Christmas Day — 12-25
Emergency numbers
Keep these numbers handy for critical situations. Use the local emergency line when in French Guiana.
- General emergency: 112
- Police: 17
- Fire: 18
- Ambulance: 15
Call the appropriate service first, then follow local guidance. Provide your location and stay on the line until advised otherwise.
How to Dial French Guiana
To call French Guiana, dial your exit code (or +), then +594, followed by the area or mobile code and local number. Drop any local trunk prefix (like 0) when dialing internationally.
Dialing format
+594 + [9 digit number, usually 594 or 694 + 6 digits] for both landlines and mobiles, omit the leading 0 if shown.
- Mobile: +594 694 12 34 56.
- Landline: +594 594 20 12 34.
- Remove local trunk prefixes (e.g., leading 0) and confirm number length before placing the call.
Common mistakes while calling French Guiana
- Forgetting to remove the leading 0 from French style numbers when dialing internationally.
- Dialing the local 10 digit format without adding the +594 country code.
- Using the wrong total length and dropping digits from the 9 digit local number.
- Confusing mobile prefixes like 694 with fixed line prefixes such as 594.
Step-by-step dial guide
- Dial your international exit code (e.g., 00 or +).
- Enter the country code: +594.
- Add the area or mobile code.
- Dial the local number (drop any leading 0).
FAQs about calling French Guiana
How do I call a landline or mobile in French Guiana from abroad?
Dial your exit code, then +594, then the 9 digit number (starting 594 for landlines or 694 for mobiles). Use HelloAirDial to avoid high carrier surcharges.
What is the best time to call French Guiana?
Aim for 08:00-11:00 or 14:00-17:00 local time, Monday to Friday, to reach offices, and early evening for friends and family.
Are calls to French Guiana expensive?
Rates can be higher than domestic calls. HelloAirDial offers transparent per minute pricing so you can compare costs before dialing.
Will my caller ID show correctly when calling French Guiana?
In most cases yes. HelloAirDial presents a stable caller ID so people in French Guiana can recognize and return your calls.
Why are my calls to French Guiana not connecting or dropping?
Check the number format, ensure you used +594 and 9 digits, and note that rural coverage can be weaker. Try again via HelloAirDial for more stable routing.