International (NANP Caribbean) area code
Area code 242
Belongs to Bahamas. It is part of the +1 numbering plan, but calls are billed as international.
- Local time 7:39 pm EDT
- Local · UTC-04:00
Scammers call from 242 numbers, hang up after one ring and hope you call back. Each minute can cost you international or premium rates. Don’t return unexpected calls from this area code.
Where is area code 242?
At a glance
Most-reported 242 numbers (30 days)
- No spam reported in this period.
Latest reports from 242
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FAQ
Where is area code 242?
Area code 242 serves in Bahamas (Local time). See the local time, map, overlays and the most-reported spam numbers in 242.
Is a call from 242 a scam?
The area code alone can’t tell you whether a call is safe, and caller ID is easy to fake. Look up the full number above to see its community reports, FTC complaints and risk score.
What time is it in area code 242?
It’s currently 7:39 pm (Local). Telemarketers may only call between 8am and 9pm local time.