Area Code 250

Victoria, British Columbia · PST/PDT (UTC-8) · Canada

Area Code
250
City
Victoria, BC
Time Zone
PST/PDT
UTC Offset
UTC-8 / UTC-7 DST
DST
Observed
Introduced
1947

Where Is Area Code 250?

Victoria, Kelowna, Prince George — BC outside Metro Vancouver

BC capital Victoria on Vancouver Island. Kelowna wine country. Overlaid by 778.

Major Cities & Neighborhoods
VictoriaKelownaKamloopsPrince GeorgeNanaimo

Time Zone for Area Code 250

Standard Time
PST (UTC-8)
Daylight Time
PDT (UTC-7)
DST 2026 Start
March 8, 2026
DST 2026 End
November 1, 2026
Country
Canada
IANA Zone
America/Vancouver

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is area code 250?

Area code 250 is located in Victoria, British Columbia (Canada). It covers Victoria, Kelowna, Prince George — BC outside Metro Vancouver.

What time zone is area code 250 in?

Area code 250 (Victoria, British Columbia) is in the PST/PDT time zone. Standard time is UTC-8 and UTC-7 during Daylight Saving Time.

Is area code 250 a scam?

Area code 250 is a legitimate NANPA-assigned code serving Victoria, British Columbia. However, scammers can spoof any area code. If you receive an unexpected call from (250), verify the caller before sharing personal information.

What time is it in area code 250 right now?

Area code 250 follows PST/PDT (UTC-8). See the live clock at whattime.city/vancouver/ for the exact current time in Victoria.

When was area code 250 introduced?

Area code 250 was introduced in 1947. BC capital Victoria on Vancouver Island. Kelowna wine country. Overlaid by 778.

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