Area Code 2473 – Colón, Buenos Aires
The phone area code for Colón, Buenos Aires is 2473 (international format +542473). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📞 Exchange Codes (NXX) for Area Code 2473
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📍 Geographic Location of Colón, Buenos Aires
Overview of Area Code 2473
Area code 2473 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the city of Colón and its surrounding areas in the province of Buenos Aires, Argentina. This code is part of the Argentine national numbering plan under country code +54. It serves the eastern part of the province, near the Uruguay River, and includes localities such as Colón, Pueblo Liebig, and smaller rural communities. The area is known for its agricultural production and tourism along the river.
Dialing Formats
For local calls within the same area code, subscribers in Colón typically dial the 7-digit subscriber number directly. However, for calls from other Argentine cities or from abroad, the full international format is required:
- International format: +54 2473 XXX XXX
- Domestic long-distance (within Argentina): 0 2473 XXX XXX (the leading 0 is the trunk prefix)
- Local call (within area code 2473): XXX XXX
For example, if the local number is 456 7890, you would dial:
- From the US: 011 54 2473 456 7890
- From a mobile in Buenos Aires city: 0 2473 456 7890
- From a landline in Colón: 456 7890
Geographic Coverage and Administration
The 2473 code is administered by the National Communications Entity (ENACOM) in Argentina. It covers the Colón Partido, which includes the city of Colón (the administrative seat) and smaller towns such as Pueblo Liebig, El Brillante, and rural areas. Colón is located approximately 320 km north of Buenos Aires city, near the border with Uruguay, and is a popular destination for thermal tourism.
Caller Instructions
For callers from outside Argentina, always replace the international access prefix (e.g., 011 from the US, 00 from many European countries) with the appropriate code, then dial 54 (Argentina's country code), followed by 2473 and the local 7-digit number. Do not include the trunk prefix 0 when calling from abroad.
For callers within Argentina, if you are calling from a different area code, you must dial the trunk prefix 0, then the area code 2473, and the subscriber number. If you are calling from a mobile phone, you may need to include the area code even for local calls, depending on your carrier's settings.
As of 2024, there are no overlay codes in this region, so 2473 remains the sole area code for the area. However, always verify with your service provider for any recent numbering changes.