Area Code 709

Frequently asked questions

Where is area code 709?

Area code 709 covers St John's and nearby cities including Corner Brook, Clarenville, Carbonear in Newfoundland and Labrador, in the Newfoundland Time.

What cities use area code 709?

Area code 709 serves St John's, Corner Brook, Clarenville, Carbonear, Gander, and 7 other communities in Newfoundland and Labrador.

What time zone is area code 709 in?

Area code 709 is in the Newfoundland Time (America/St_Johns).

How do you dial a 709 number?

Dial all 10 digits: 709 followed by the 7-digit local number. From abroad, dial +1 709 and the local number.

Is a call from area code 709 a scam?

A 709 number is geographically tied to Newfoundland and Labrador, but caller ID can be spoofed, so the displayed area code does not prove where a caller really is. If you did not expect the call, do not share personal information and consider looking the number up.

Is 709 a country code?

No. 709 is a Canadian area code (a domestic 3-digit code), not a country code. The country (calling) code for Canada is +1, shared across the North American Numbering Plan. So a full 709 number written for international dialing looks like +1 709 followed by the 7-digit local number.