09838 premium-rate numbers
Ofcom’s numbering data lists 38 number ranges starting 09838, allocated to 6 providers. The largest holder is A2B Telecom Limited, with 42% of them. Numbers for paid services such as competitions, voting lines and entertainment.
Who were 09838 ranges given to?
Providers Ofcom allocated these number ranges to.
- A2B Telecom Limited16 ranges
- Mi Telecom Limited12 ranges
- Plus Telecom Limited5 ranges
- Telecom2 Limited2 ranges
- 24 Seven Communications Limited2 ranges
- Promotions4All Ltd1 range
Range status
How Ofcom lists the ranges starting 09838.
Allocations by year
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What a 09838 number tells you
What it is
Numbers for paid services such as competitions, voting lines and entertainment.
What it costs
The most expensive numbers to call – costs can be high per minute or per call.
Watch out for
Be very wary of any message asking you to call an 09 number back.
09838 numbers: common questions
Who owns 09838 numbers?
Ofcom allocated the ranges starting 09838 to A2B Telecom Limited, Mi Telecom Limited, Plus Telecom Limited and others. Numbers can be moved between providers, so this shows who the range was originally given to – not who is using a particular number today.
How do I call a 09838 number from abroad?
Replace the leading 0 with +44. For example, a number starting 09838 becomes +44 9838 followed by the rest of the number. Some freephone, service-charge and premium numbers cannot be reached from outside the UK.
How much does it cost to call a 09838 number?
The most expensive numbers to call – costs can be high per minute or per call.
Is a call from a 09838 number a scam?
Be very wary of any message asking you to call an 09 number back. Check the full number on Who’s Calling to see if it belongs to a verified business and what other people have reported.
Did a 09838 number call you?
Check the full number to see if it belongs to a verified UK business and what other people have reported.
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