Area Code 2536 – Lunda Sul

Geographic Overview

The area code 2536 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the province of Lunda Sul, located in the eastern part of Angola. This region is known for its diamond mining activities, with the city of Saurimo serving as the provincial capital and the primary economic hub. The code covers the entire province, including the municipalities of Cacolo, Dala, Muconda, and Saurimo itself.

Dialing Formats

When calling a fixed-line number in Lunda Sul, the international dialing format is:

• From abroad: +244 2536 XXX XXX (replace X with the subscriber's number)
• From within Angola: 2536 XXX XXX (omit the country code and the leading +)

For example, to call a landline in Saurimo from the United States, you would dial: 011 244 2536 123 456. From a mobile phone in Angola, you would simply dial 2536 123 456.

Local vs. International Calls

Angola's national numbering plan uses a closed dialing system, meaning that the full national significant number (NDC + subscriber number) must be dialed even for local calls within the same area code. There are no local prefixes or trunk codes like '0' used in some other countries; the NDC is always required.

Overlay and Numbering Considerations

As of the latest ITU-T E.164 guidelines, there are no overlay codes for Lunda Sul. The 2536 code is exclusively assigned to fixed-line services, primarily provided by Angola Telecom and possibly other licensed operators. Subscriber numbers typically consist of 6 digits, resulting in a total number length of 9 digits (including the NDC) when dialed nationally.

Caller Instructions

For callers within Angola, ensure you have the correct 6-digit subscriber number. For international callers, always replace the leading '+' with your country's international access code (e.g., 011 from North America, 00 from most European countries). Be aware that international call rates may apply, and some VoIP services may require the full international format.