Area code 250
250 is Victoria, Kelowna, Nanaimo, British Columbia.
Area code 250 at a glance
- Province
- British Columbia
- Main cities
- Victoria, Kelowna, Nanaimo, Kamloops, Prince George, Vernon
- Time zone
- Pacific Time
- Local time now
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- In service since
- 1996
236 covers the exact same area as 250 — both are dialed with all 10 digits.
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- +1 250 999 7039
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Dial 1, then 250, then the 7-digit number.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is area code 250?
Area code 250 covers Victoria, Kelowna, Nanaimo in British Columbia.
What time is it in area code 250?
Area code 250 is in the Pacific Time time zone. See the live clock above for the current local time.
Is 236 the same area as 250?
Yes. 236 is an overlay of 250 — they cover the exact same area, so every call there needs all 10 digits dialed.
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How much does it cost to call 250 from abroad?
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