Area Code 513 – Gramsh
The phone area code for Gramsh is 513 (international format +355513). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📞 Exchange Codes (NXX) for Area Code 513
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📍 Geographic Location of Gramsh
Overview of Albania's +355 513 Geographic Code
The +355 513 prefix is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the Gramsh region in central Albania. Gramsh is a municipality and administrative center within Elbasan County, situated along the Devoll River. This code is used for fixed-line telephone services (PSTN) within the Gramsh area, including the town itself and surrounding villages.
Geographic Coverage and Administrative Jurisdiction
Gramsh is part of the Elbasan County (Qarku i Elbasanit), one of Albania's 12 counties. The region is predominantly rural, with agriculture and local commerce as primary economic activities. The prefix 513 covers subscribers within the Gramsh municipality boundaries, which were expanded under the 2015 territorial reform to include several former communes, such as Kodovjat, Kukur, Kushovë, Lenie, Pishaj, Poroçan, Skënderbegas, Sult, and Tunjë. Consequently, the 513 code serves both the urban center and these rural localities.
Dialing Formats and Caller Instructions
For callers within Albania, dialing a Gramsh fixed-line number requires the trunk prefix '0' followed by the NDC and the subscriber number. The national format is: 0 513 XXX XXX. For example, a local number might be 0 513 234 567.
For international callers, the country code +355 is used, followed by the NDC without the leading '0'. The international format is: +355 513 XXX XXX. For instance, to call the same number from abroad, you would dial +355 513 234 567.
It is important to note that Albania's numbering plan uses a variable subscriber number length. The total length of a geographic number (including the NDC) is typically 8 or 9 digits, but the exact structure can vary. Always verify the complete number with your contact.
Overlay and Numbering Plan Considerations
As of the latest ITU-T E.164 data, there is no overlay code for the Gramsh area. The 513 prefix remains the sole geographic code for this region. However, Albania has implemented mobile number portability (MNP) and fixed-line number portability, allowing subscribers to retain their numbers when changing operators. This means that a number starting with 513 might, in rare cases, be served by a different operator than the original incumbent, but it remains geographically associated with Gramsh.
Practical Usage and Relevance
For businesses and residents in Gramsh, the 513 code is essential for local communications. For those outside Albania, understanding the correct international dialing format ensures reliable connectivity. As VoIP and mobile services expand, fixed-line usage may decline, but geographic numbers remain important for official, business, and administrative purposes.