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1890 / 1850 / 0818 Frequently Asked Questions

What is an 1890 number?

An 1890 number is known as a LoCall number. It was devised to allow customers call businesses from all over the country, but for a flat local rate. So, you could call a business in Dublin for the same cost as calling a business around the corner.

This was originally devised before there was major competition in the telephone market in Ireland. Now, with the advent of more than just Eircom in the home landline market, and with more than just Eircell in the mobile market, call costs to 1890 numbers can vary widely – from 5c per minute (the original target price) to 31c per minute on some mobiles.

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What is an 1850 number?

An 1850 number is known as a CallSave number. It was devised to allow customers call businesses from all over the country, but for a flat rate no matter how long you’re on the phone to them. So, you could call a business in Dublin or around the corner for 1 minute or 31 minutes, all for the same cost.

This was originally devised before there was major competition in the telephone market in Ireland. Now, with the advent of more than just Eircom in the home landline market, and with more than just Eircell in the mobile market, call costs to 1850 numbers can vary widely – from 5c to 31c per call.

Click here to see what the cost of calling 1850 numbers from most phone (landline and mobile) companies in Ireland.

What is an 0818 number?

An 0818 number is known as a National Call number. This type of phone number was devised to allow businesses charge an extra small premium above the regular cost of the call.

Therefore, any companies that provide this type of phone number as a contact point are actually making money from their customers calling them.

Click here to see what the cost of calling 0818 numbers from most phone (landline and mobile) companies in Ireland.

Are 1890 numbers free?

No, calls to 1890 numbers are not free. 1890 numbers can cost you from 5c to 31c per minute depending on whether you’re calling from a landline or a mobile.

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Are 1850 numbers free?

No, calls to 1850 numbers are not free. 1850 numbers can cost you from 5c to 31c per call depending on whether you’re calling from a landline or a mobile.

Click here to see what the cost of calling 1850 numbers from most phone (landline and mobile) companies in Ireland.

Are 0818 numbers free?

No, calls to 0818 numbers are not free. 0818 numbers can cost you from 5c to 31c per minute depending on whether you’re calling from a landline or a mobile.

Click here to see what the cost of calling 1890 numbers from most phone (landline and mobile) companies in Ireland.