Canadian Area Codes / British Columbia
The 250 area code
The 250 area code covers British Columbia outside Metro Vancouver, Canada.
Province
British Columbia
Time zone
Pacific Time
Country
Canada (+1)
Cities in the 250 area code
Major communities served by 250 include:
Overlay codes for this area
The 250 region shares its territory with these codes — which is why you dial all 10 digits for local calls:
Dialing a 250 number
Within Canada and the United States, dial all ten digits — 250 plus the seven-digit number. Ten-digit dialing is required here because 250 shares its territory with 778, 236, 672. From outside North America, dial +1 250 and then the number.
Is a 250 call spam?
The 250 area code is a legitimate code for British Columbia outside Metro Vancouver — it isn't a scam on its own. But because scammers can spoof caller ID to display any area code, an unexpected 250 call isn't guaranteed to be local or genuine. When in doubt, let it go to voicemail and call back using a number you trust.
Want a local 250 number for your business?
Voiswitch provides local 250 numbers on business phone systems — or ports the one you already have. Free quote, no obligation.
250 area code — questions
Where is the 250 area code?
The 250 area code is in British Columbia, Canada. It covers British Columbia outside Metro Vancouver, including Victoria, Kelowna, Kamloops, Nanaimo, Prince George.
What time zone is the 250 area code in?
250 numbers are in the Pacific Time zone.
Is the 250 area code a scam?
No — 250 is a legitimate geographic area code assigned to British Columbia outside Metro Vancouver in British Columbia. The code itself isn't a scam. That said, scammers can spoof any area code (including 250) to make a call look local, so an unexpected 250 call isn't guaranteed to be genuine or nearby. Treat unsolicited calls with the usual caution no matter what area code shows.
How do you dial a 250 number?
Within Canada and the US, dial all ten digits — 250 followed by the seven-digit number (ten-digit dialing is required because 250 overlaps with 778, 236, 672). From outside North America, dial +1 250 and then the number.
Is 250 an overlay area code?
The 250 area shares the same territory as 778, 236, 672. Because multiple codes overlap, you dial all 10 digits for local calls.
Can I get a 250 number for my business?
Yes — Voiswitch can provide local 250 numbers, and if you already have one, we can port it to your new phone system. Get a free quote to add a local 250 number.