International Direct Dialing (IDD) is readily available to all main
cities and towns. The country code is 63. International calls to
the smaller towns need to be booked through the operator. For dialing
outgoing international calls: code is 00.
Mobile
telephone
Operates on GSM 900/1800 network. Network operators include Digitel,
Smart Gold GSM
and Globe Telecom.
Coverage is limited to Manila, main cities and urban areas.
Facsimile
Most all three to five star hotels, government offices and businesses
offer facsimile services.
Telegram
The Eastern Telecommunications Philippines Incorporated offices
provides telegram services.
Internet
Internet Service Providers (ISP's) in the Philippines include Internet
Manila, Philworld Online and Cyber
Space. Internet cafes are available throughout the country.
Post
Airmail to Europe will take up to five or more days. Post office
hours: Monday to Friday 8.00 am to 5.00 pm.
Press
and Media Publications
The Philippines have over 17 daily newspapers. The dailies printed
in English-language include the Manila Bulletin, Philippine Daily
Inquirer, the Manila Times, and the Philippine Star.
