Area Code 41 – Oran
The phone area code for Oran is 41 (international format +21341). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📞 Exchange Codes (NXX) for Area Code 41
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📍 Geographic Location of Oran
Overview of Area Code 41 in Algeria
Area code 41 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the wilaya of Oran, a major coastal city and economic hub in northwestern Algeria. Under the ITU-T E.164 international numbering plan, the full international dialing format for Oran numbers is +213 41 XXX XXX, where +213 is Algeria's country calling code, 41 is the NDC, and the subscriber number is eight digits long. In the national format, the number is written as 041 XXX XXX (including the trunk prefix 0).
Geographic Coverage and Administrative Jurisdiction
The 41 code covers the entire Oran Province (Wilaya of Oran), including the city of Oran and its surrounding municipalities such as Bir El Djir, Es Sénia, and Arzew. As a geographic code, it is tied to the PSTN infrastructure serving this region, and it is used for fixed-line telephone services, including traditional analog lines, ISDN, and increasingly VoIP-based fixed services that are registered to an address within the Oran area.
Dialing Formats and Caller Instructions
Local callers (within Algeria): To call an Oran fixed-line number from another wilaya, dial 041 followed by the eight-digit subscriber number (e.g., 041 XX XX XX). If you are calling from within the same Oran area, you may still need to include the area code depending on the local dialing plan; it is always safe to dial the full national number.
International callers: To call an Oran number from abroad, dial your country's international access code (e.g., 00 from most European countries, 011 from North America), then 213 (Algeria's country code), then 41 (without the leading 0), followed by the eight-digit subscriber number. For example, a number written as 041 23 45 67 would be dialed internationally as +213 41 23 45 67.
Overlay and Numbering Considerations
As of the current numbering plan, there is no overlay code for Oran; the 41 code remains the sole geographic NDC for the region. However, the Algerian Regulatory Authority (ARPCE) periodically reviews numbering resources. Subscriber numbers within the 41 code are eight digits long, and the total length of a national significant number (NSN) is nine digits (including the leading 0).
Practical Notes for Businesses and Individuals
Businesses operating in Oran often use 41 numbers to establish a local presence. When listing such numbers on websites or marketing materials, it is advisable to use the international format +213 41 XX XX XX to ensure reachability from abroad. For VoIP users or call centers, ensure that your service provider supports Algeria's dialing rules and that you correctly omit the trunk prefix when dialing from overseas. Always verify the current dialing procedures with your telecom operator, as local dialing habits may vary.