Area Code 2202 – González Catán/Virrey del Pino, Buenos Aires
The phone area code for González Catán/Virrey del Pino, Buenos Aires is 2202 (international format +542202). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📞 Exchange Codes (NXX) for Area Code 2202
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📍 Geographic Location of González Catán/Virrey del Pino, Buenos Aires
Overview of Area Code 2202
Area code 2202 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) within the Argentine national numbering plan, assigned to the western part of Greater Buenos Aires. It serves the localities of González Catán and Virrey del Pino, both part of the La Matanza Partido in Buenos Aires Province. These areas are primarily residential and industrial, with a mix of local businesses and services.
Geographic Coverage and Jurisdiction
The code covers the urban and semi-rural zones of González Catán and Virrey del Pino, which are located approximately 40 kilometers southwest of the Autonomous City of Buenos Aires. Administratively, they fall under the municipality of La Matanza, one of the most populous districts in Argentina. The region is characterized by a mix of manufacturing plants, logistics centers, and residential neighborhoods.
Dialing Formats
For local calls within the same area code (2202), subscribers can dial the 7-digit subscriber number directly. For example, to call a local number 456-7890, dial 456-7890.
For calls from other areas within Argentina, you must dial the national trunk prefix 0, then the area code 2202, followed by the subscriber number. For instance, from Buenos Aires City, dial 0-2202-456-7890.
For international callers, the format is +54 2202 456-7890 (or +54-2202-4567890). The plus sign represents the international access code used in your country (e.g., 011 from the US/Canada, 00 from many European countries).
Overlay and Numbering Considerations
As of the current numbering plan, there is no overlay for area code 2202; it remains a standalone geographic code. However, the Argentine telecom regulator (ENACOM) has implemented number portability, allowing subscribers to retain their numbers when switching between fixed-line providers, provided the service address remains within the same geographic area.
Caller Instructions
Local callers (within 2202) should simply dial the 7-digit number. National callers from other Argentine cities must include the trunk prefix 0 and the area code. International callers should use the country code +54, drop the leading 0, and then dial the area code and subscriber number. Always verify the current dialing procedures with your service provider, as some VoIP and mobile networks may require different formats.