Christmas Island has full STD access by phone or fax to and from the Australian mainland. The area code is +61 8 international or 08 domestic. Public phones are available at various locations across the Island. The Telstra GSM mobile network operates on Christmas Island.
Is there service on Christmas Island?
A Telstra 2G GSM mobile phone service operates in the populated areas of the island. However, there is currently no mobile data service, and reception is patchy or non-existent in most of the national park. Telstra SIM cards can be bought at several shops on the island, including the Christmas Island Post Office.
Is there WIFI on Christmas Island?
What should I pack for Christmas Island?
What to pack
- Visitor guide.
- Sturdy walking shoes.
- Broad-brimmed hat.
- Sunscreen.
- Lip balm.
- Water bottle.
- Camelbak or other hydration pack (for walks longer than 1-2 hours)
- Sunglasses.
Can people live on Christmas Island?
Today Christmas Island has around 2000 residents. The most common ancestries reported by residents are: Chinese (the largest ethnic group) Australian.
How cold does Christmas Island get?
Christmas Island lies near the southern edge of the equatorial region. It has a tropical monsoon climate (Köppen Am) and temperatures vary little throughout the year. The highest temperature is usually around 29 °C (84 °F) in March and April, while the lowest temperature is 23 °C (73 °F) and occurs in August.