Area Code 3436 – Victoria, Entre Ríos
The phone area code for Victoria, Entre Ríos is 3436 (international format +543436). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📞 Exchange Codes (NXX) for Area Code 3436
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📍 Geographic Location of Victoria, Entre Ríos
Overview of Area Code 3436
Area code 3436 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the city of Victoria and its surrounding areas in the province of Entre Ríos, Argentina. This code is part of the national numbering plan under the country calling code +54. Victoria is located on the eastern bank of the Paraná River, opposite the city of Rosario (in Santa Fe province), and serves as an important commercial and administrative hub for the region.
Geographic Coverage and Jurisdiction
The 3436 area code covers Victoria and several nearby localities, including but not limited to: Rincón de Nogoyá, Pedro E. Martínez, and Gualeguay (though Gualeguay has its own code, 3444, for some services). The administrative jurisdiction falls under the Departamento Victoria in Entre Ríos province. The region is known for its agricultural production, particularly citrus fruits and grains, and has a growing tourism sector due to its riverfront and thermal springs.
Dialing Formats
When calling a landline in Victoria from within Argentina, you must dial the national trunk prefix 0, followed by the area code 3436, and then the subscriber number (which is 6 to 7 digits long). For example, to call a local number 456789, you would dial: 0 3436 456789.
For international callers, the format is: +54 3436 456789 (omit the leading 0).
Overlay and Numbering Considerations
As of the latest ITU-T E.164 guidelines, area code 3436 does not have an overlay code; it is the sole NDC for Victoria. However, due to the growth of mobile and VoIP services, some numbers may be ported, but the geographic significance remains. Local calls within the same area code do not require the area code if dialed locally, but it is always safe to include it for clarity.
Caller Instructions
- Local callers (within 3436): Dial only the subscriber number (e.g., 456789).
- National callers (from other Argentine cities): Dial 0 3436 followed by the subscriber number.
- International callers: Dial +54 3436 followed by the subscriber number.
For emergency services or directory assistance, always use national short codes (e.g., 911 for emergencies, 110 for police, 100 for fire).
Regulatory and Technical Notes
The Argentine Communications Authority (ENACOM) oversees the allocation and management of numbering resources. Area code 3436 is classified as a geographic code, meaning it is tied to a physical location. This is important for emergency services and for determining local call rates. For VoIP users, it is essential to register the correct address for emergency calls, as the code may not reflect the actual location of the caller.