Directory inquiries by SMS
The 16500 directory service is a quick, reliable way to find a person's or company's name, address or phone number. It uses official sources and always works without internet access or apps.
Text a phone number or firstname lastname to 16500. You'll get the number holder's contact details in reply.
The 16500 directory service works with all Finnish mobile subscriptions
How the directory service works
Type in the message:
- Firstname Lastname City
- E.g. Maija Meikäläinen Porvoo
Or:
- Unknown number
- E.g. 0441234567
And send it to 16500.
You'll get the name, address and phone number in reply.
Price: €3.50 per search.
Who called?
Suspicious call? Check the caller's name and decide calmly whether to answer or call back. Identify an unknown caller quickly and find out whose number it is.
Scam attempts and nuisance calls are common, so give yourself and your loved ones peace of mind. A text message is a handy way to find a caller's contact details anytime, anywhere.
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Whose phone number?
Lost a contact? No problem – the directory service is always in your pocket. If you have a phone number but don't know whose it is, name search finds out quickly and easily.
Text it to 16500 to find out who's behind the number. The service looks up the subscriber's name in up-to-date databases and sends it straight to your phone.
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Unknown number?
Almost everyone in Finland gets calls from unknown numbers every day. When an unknown number calls, use the 16500 directory service to find out who tried to reach you.
It's a quick and safe way to check whether the call is about customer service, sales or an important personal matter.
Read moreAddress lookup
If you know a name or phone number but not the address, you can look it up easily by SMS without signing in. The service uses official sources and works quickly even without internet access. Find a private person's or company's address reliably by name or phone number.
16500 address search is a quick and reliable way to find contact details when you want to reach someone or verify their details, anytime, anywhere. It's suitable for both personal and business use.
Text a number or name
to 16500.
E.g. “0441234567” or “Matti Meikäläinen Espoo”.
Price: €3.50.
Send to 16500Company details
Looking for a customer service number, billing address or other official company details? With 16500, you can find a company's phone number or address quickly without internet access.
Company search by SMS works like a search for a private person – instead of a first and last name, you use the company name.
Text the company name to 16500 and get the contact details on your phone almost instantly.
Text the company name and city
to 16500.
E.g. “Suomi Oy Helsinki”.
Price: €3.50.
Send to 16500