“Is your number Globe or Smart?” That’s a question that we often encounter, and probably you have, too. That is why we’ve come up with this handy guide to mobile number prefixes in the Philippines, which you can refer to if you want to know if a particular number belongs to Globe or Smart.
What is a mobile number prefix? It’s the first four digits of the 11-digit mobile number. For example, the mobile number prefix of 09181234567 is 0918. This prefix determines what mobile network this particular number belongs to, whether Smart, Globe, DITO, or something else.
Unless you have an extremely strong memory, it’s difficult to memorize all these mobile number prefixes and their corresponding mobile networks. It was easier about 10-15 years ago when mobile numbers in usage were far fewer.
At present, there are two dominant mobile networks in the Philippines, Smart Communications and Globe Telecom. TNT (Talk N’ Text) and Sun Cellular are subsidiaries of Smart Communications, while Republika ng TM is under Globe Telecom. ABS-CBN Mobile is a subsidiary of ABS-CBN but uses Globe’s network infrastructure. Other lesser-known mobile service providers are Cherry Mobile, Gomo, Extelcom and Next.
DITO Telecommunity is a relatively new telco that launched in March 2021. It is a consortium that won a government-sponsored bidding to establish a third telco in the country.
This frequently updated list of mobile number prefixes will help you determine what mobile network a number belongs to. This is quite helpful if you are availing of a call or text promo and you want to call or text a particular number. That way, you can avoid extra charges for inter-network connections.
List of Mobile Number Prefixes in the Philippines
Below is a list of mobile number prefixes along with their corresponding telecommunications provider.
| Prefix | Mobile Network |
|---|---|
| 0817 network | Globe |
| 0895 network | DITO |
| 0896 network | DITO |
| 0897 network | DITO |
| 0898 network | DITO |
| 0905 network | Globe or TM |
| 0906 network | Globe or TM |
| 0907 network | TNT (Talk N’ Text) |
| 0908 network | Smart |
| 0909 network | TNT (Talk N’ Text) |
| 0910 network | TNT (Talk N’ Text) |
| 0912 network | TNT (Talk N’ Text) |
| 0915 network | Globe or TM |
| 0916 network | Globe or TM |
| 0917 network | Globe or TM |
| 0918 network | Smart |
| 0919 network | Smart |
| 0920 network | Smart |
| 0921 network | Smart |
| 0922 network | Sun Cellular |
| 0923 network | Sun Cellular |
| 0924 network | Sun Cellular |
| 0925 network | Sun Cellular |
| 0926 network | Globe or TM |
| 0927 network | Globe or TM |
| 0928 network | Smart |
| 0929 network | Smart |
| 0930 network | TNT (Talk N’ Text) |
| 0931 network | Sun Cellular |
| 0932 network | Sun Cellular |
| 0933 network | Sun Cellular |
| 0934 network | Sun Cellular |
| 0935 network | Globe or TM |
| 0936 network | Globe or TM |
| 0937 network | Globe or TM |
| 0938 network | TNT (Talk N’ Text) |
| 0939 network | Smart |
| 0940 network | Sun Cellular |
| 0941 network | Sun Cellular |
| 0942 network | Sun Cellular |
| 0943 network | Sun Cellular |
| 0945 network | Globe or TM |
| 0946 network | TNT (Talk N’ Text) |
| 0947 network | Smart |
| 0948 network | TNT (Talk N’ Text) |
| 0949 network | Smart |
| 0950 network | TNT (Talk N’ Text) |
| 0951 network | Smart |
| 0953 network | Globe or TM |
| 0954 network | Globe or TM |
| 0955 network | Globe or TM |
| 0956 network | Globe or TM |
| 0961 network | Smart |
| 0965 network | Globe or TM |
| 0966 network | Globe or TM |
| 0967 network | Globe or TM |
| 0973 network | Sun Cellular |
| 0974 network | Sun Cellular |
| 0975 network | Globe or TM |
| 0976 network | Globe or GOMO |
| 0977 network | Globe or TM |
| 0978 network | Globe or TM |
| 0979 network | Globe or TM |
| 0991 network | DITO |
| 0992 network | DITO |
| 0993 network | DITO |
| 0994 network | DITO |
| 0995 network | Globe or TM |
| 0996 network | Globe or TM |
| 0997 network | Globe or TM |
| 0998 network | Smart |
| 0999 network | Smart |
The list is constantly being updated so if you can suggest a new prefix, please let us know by contacting us or commenting below.
Keep in mind that the list of mobile number prefixes may not be entirely accurate due to Republic Act 11202 or the Mobile Number Portability Law, which allows subscribers to switch to a different telco while retaining the same mobile number. This means that a Smart number may change to a Globe one (or vice versa) if the subscriber applies for a transfer of network.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the +63 that is often used as a mobile number prefix?
+63 is the country code of the Philippines, and is used instead of the leading “0” for international direct dial (IDD) calls. Both “0” and “+63” are valid in the Philippines, but if calling or accepting calls abroad, the country code “+63” should be used instead of “0.”
How do I call a mobile number from a landline number?
When calling a mobile number from a landline or telephone number, you only need to dial the 11-digit mobile number (e.g. 09123456789). Make sure that your landline account is capable of calling cellphone numbers – you may need to subscribe to a National Direct Dial (NDD) plan for this.
How do I call a landline number using my mobile phone?
To call a landline number using your mobile phone, include the area code before the telephone number. For example, to call 411-1234 in Cebu (area code: 32), just dial 32-411-1234.
Summing Up
Knowing the correct mobile number prefix will definitely help you avoid unnecessary expenses when calling or texting someone, especially if you’re registered to a prepaid load promo. So make sure to check the mobile number prefix become making that all-important call.
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