08 Phone Numbers — Special rate

08 is a UK telephone prefix associated with Special rate. Community reports for numbers beginning 08 are listed below.

About 08 numbers

Prefix 08
Area Special rate
Country UK
Number type Special
Description Special rate — may cost more than a standard call
UK format 08 xxxxxxxxx
International +44 8 xxxxxxxxx
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Caller ID can be spoofed

The area code 08 appearing on your phone does not guarantee the caller is actually in Special rate. Scammers routinely fake (spoof) caller ID to display a local or trusted number. Always verify the identity of any unexpected caller independently before taking action.

Reported numbers starting 08 (3 found)

0800 652 5348
No reports ›
0800 023 2023
No reports ›
0808 257 8810
No reports ›

🛡️ Staying safe with unexpected calls

  • Never share passwords, PINs or one-time codes over the phone — your bank, HMRC, or any legitimate organisation will never ask for these.
  • Never send money based on a request from an unexpected caller, even if they claim to be from your bank or the police.
  • Hang up and call back using the official number from the organisation's website — not the number that called you and not a number they give you during the call.
  • Take your time — genuine callers will not pressure you to make immediate decisions or payments.
  • Report scam calls to Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040 or at actionfraud.police.uk, and to Ofcom by texting the number to 7726 (free).