An 088 number is a phone number that is not geographically bound, meaning it is not tied to a specific city or region 🌆.

These numbers were introduced in 🇳🇱 on September 9, 2004.

088 numbers are issued in series of 100, 1,000, or 10,000. This allows companies to register a uniform number series and assign a personal number to all branches, departments, and employees.

Call Rates for 088 Numbers

Calling an 088 number costs the same as calling a regular landline number.

Calling 088 numbers is therefore included in most providers’ call bundles.

Reachable From Abroad

Like local phone numbers, 088 numbers can also be called from abroad.

This is in contrast to 0800 or 0900 numbers, which are only reachable from within the Netherlands.

Register Your Own 088 Number Series

At Belfabriek, you can register your own series of 088 business numbers. You can request your own 088 number in our 088 number shop, where you can see which number series are currently available 👍.

When you host your 088 number series with Belfabriek, you gain access to the same extensive extra features as with 0800 and 0900 numbers.

The Sibling of an 088 Number: an 085 Number

The sibling of an 088 number is an 085 number. These are issued individually and are therefore available within 1 day (requesting an 088 number takes 2-3 weeks).

Many webshops, SMEs, and startups therefore choose the more popular 085 variant.

Use the following link to request an 085 number.

Use the following link to request an 088 number.

Also Read

The Differences Between 088 Numbers and 085 Numbers

How Do 088 Numbers Differ From 0800 and 0900 Numbers?

088 Numbers: One Series of Numbers for Your Entire Company

7 Reasons to Choose an 088 Number