786 Area Code
Covers Miami and nearby communities in Florida.
(786) 555-0142Area code 786 map
Interactive coverage map for area code 786, centered on Miami, Florida
25.7617, -80.1918
Open in OpenStreetMapArea code 786 coverage map — centered on Miami. Shaded area shows the approximate reach around the primary city.
Area code 786 is a telephone area code in Florida, anchored on Miami. It reaches roughly 2.7 million people across places such as Miami, Miami Beach, Hialeah, Coral Gables and more. The region observes Eastern time, so a number like (786) 555-0142 is on that clock right now. 786 is a 1998 overlay of Miami's 305, covering the same Miami-Dade County footprint. It shares its territory with the overlay codes 305, 645, which sit on the exact same map. Because the 786 region uses more than one area code, you must dial all ten digits — area code included — even for a local call. You do not, however, need to dial a leading 1 for calls within the US and Canada. On this page you'll find a live local clock for Miami, an interactive coverage map, the cities and counties 786 serves, its overlay and neighboring codes, and tips on spotting 786 spam calls.
Cities covered by 786
Cities & neighborhoods
- Miami
- Miami Beach
- Hialeah
- Coral Gables
- Homestead
- Kendall
Nearby & overlay area codes
Overlay codes (same area)
These share 786’s geography — a number in either code can be on the same street.
- 305Miami
- 645
Neighboring codes
Codes for adjacent regions and metros.
Is a call from 786 a scam?
The 786 area around Miami sees heavy tourism and seasonal traffic, and scam calls here often pose as hotels, travel bookings, timeshares or 'prize' offers. Genuine 786 calls come from local businesses and residents. Because a familiar area code can be spoofed by anyone, don't assume a 786 call is trustworthy just because it looks local.
Red flags to watch for
- Pressure to act right now, or threats of arrest, fines, or service being cut off.
- Requests to pay with gift cards, wire transfer, crypto, or a payment app.
- Asking for passwords, one-time codes, your SSN, or full card/bank numbers.
- A robocall or recording, or a number that won’t let you call back.
When unsure, hang up and call the organization back on a number you look up yourself.
Calling a 786 number from abroad
Every 786 number is a US/Canada +1 number. From a mobile anywhere, the simplest approach is to dial it in international format:
+1 786 555-0142If your phone can’t dial the +, replace it with your country’s exit code, then 1, then the number:
- UK, Germany, France & most of Europe
00 1 786 555-0142 - Australia
0011 1 786 555-0142 - Japan
010 1 786 555-0142 - Mexico
00 1 786 555-0142
Within the US and Canada you don’t need any of this — just dial the ten digits 786 555-0142.
Reverse phone lookup
Check any US or Canada number to see whether it's a working line, which carrier it sits on, whether it's mobile, landline or VoIP, and roughly where it's registered.
Shows carrier, line type and location. Owner name isn't available here.
Results are for personal, informational use only and may not be used for employment, credit, housing or tenant-screening decisions.
Area code 786: frequently asked questions
Where is the 786 area code located?
The 786 area code is located in Florida, centered on Miami. It covers Miami-Dade County and nearby communities including Miami, Miami Beach, Hialeah, Coral Gables, Homestead, Kendall.
What time zone is 786 in?
Area code 786 is in the Eastern time zone (UTC-5 (EST) / UTC-4 (EDT)). You can see the exact current local time for Miami on the live clock above.
What cities use area code 786?
Cities and areas that use 786 include Miami, Miami Beach, Hialeah, Coral Gables, Homestead, Kendall. Its primary city is Miami, FL.
Do I need to dial 1 before 786?
For calls within the US, you do not need to dial a leading 1, but you do need all ten digits: 786 plus the seven-digit number. The 786 area requires ten-digit dialing because more than one area code serves it.
Is 786 a toll-free or scam number?
No — 786 is a normal geographic area code for Miami, not a toll-free code (toll-free codes are 800, 833, 844, 855, 866, 877 and 888). A 786 number is not inherently a scam, but the code can be spoofed. See the spam-call section above for how to tell.
What are the overlay area codes for 786?
Area code 786 is overlaid by 305, 645, meaning those codes cover the same geographic area.