Where Is Area Code 340 Located?

Area code 340 covers Charlotte Amalie and surrounding areas in U.S. Virgin Islands. It was activated in 1997 as an overlay of area code 809.

Cities Served by Area Code 340

Area code 340 serves U.S. Virgin Islands — Saint Thomas, Saint John, Saint Croix, and Water Island, including the following cities and communities:

• Charlotte Amalie
• Christiansted
• Frederiksted
• Kingshill
• Cruz Bay
• Saint Thomas
• Saint Croix
• Saint John

Nearby area codes covering the same broader region include: 787, 939.

How to Get a 340 Phone Number

There are three ways to get a phone number with the 340 area code, each suited to a different need:

1. Buy from a premium-number specialist. Companies that hold curated inventories of specific area codes can sell you a 340 number directly, often with a one-time fee and ownership transferred to you (no recurring carrier fees). This is the option for picking a specific memorable number, or for getting an area code that most carriers won’t let you request. Contact us about a 340 number.
2. Sign up with a VoIP carrier. Voice-over-IP services (such as Google Voice, OpenPhone, Grasshopper, and many others) can typically provision a 340 number on request, especially for active overlay codes. You won’t usually get to pick the specific number, but you’ll get a working line in the area code. This is the cheapest option for anyone who doesn’t need a particular number.
3. Port an existing 340 number. If you already have a 340 phone number with another carrier, you can transfer it (port it) to a new service provider while keeping the number. This works for landlines, cell phones, and VoIP services, though landlines outside of U.S. Virgin Islands sometimes can’t accept inbound ports of 340 numbers due to 911 routing rules.

212areacode.com specializes in Manhattan 212 numbers and select premium area codes. We don’t currently maintain a 340 inventory, but we may be able to source a 340 number through our carrier relationships. Contact us with your requirements and we’ll let you know what’s available.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 340 area code still in use?
Yes. 340 is actively assigned to new phone lines in U.S. Virgin Islands — Saint Thomas, Saint John, Saint Croix, and Water Island.

What is the parent area code of 340?
Area code 340 is an overlay of 809. Both codes serve the same region of U.S. Virgin Islands.

Can I get a 340 number if I don't live in U.S. Virgin Islands?
Yes. Phone numbers are no longer tied to a physical address. With VoIP service or a number broker, you can hold a 340 number from anywhere in the world. The number routes to whatever device or carrier you specify.

Is 340 a scam area code?
No. 340 is a legitimate, active area code for U.S. Virgin Islands — Saint Thomas, Saint John, Saint Croix, and Water Island. Like any area code, scammers occasionally spoof 340 caller IDs, but the code itself is heavily used by real U.S. Virgin Islands businesses, government offices, and residents.

What territory does area code 340 serve?
Area code 340 is the sole area code for the entire U.S. Virgin Islands, covering the main islands of Saint Thomas, Saint John, and Saint Croix, as well as smaller islands such as Water Island.

When did area code 340 replace 809 in the U.S. Virgin Islands?
Area code 340 went into service on June 1, 1997, splitting from area code 809. A permissive dialing period allowed use of either prefix until June 30, 1998, after which 340 became mandatory.

Does area code 340 observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. The U.S. Virgin Islands remain on Atlantic Standard Time (UTC-4) year-round and do not observe Daylight Saving Time.

Does area code 340 have any overlay codes?
No. Area code 340 has no overlay and remains the only area code serving the U.S. Virgin Islands, reflecting the territory’s relatively small population.

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