Area Code 3522 – Villa de María, Córdoba

Overview

Area code 3522 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) within the Argentine numbering plan, assigned to the locality of Villa de María and its surrounding areas in the province of Córdoba. This code is part of the national telephone network managed under the ITU-T E.164 standard, with Argentina's country calling code being +54.

Geographic Coverage

The 3522 area code serves Villa de María, a small town located in the northern part of Córdoba Province, within the Río Seco Department. The region is primarily agricultural, with the town acting as a local service hub. The coverage area includes nearby rural localities and estancias that rely on the same fixed-line infrastructure.

Dialing Formats

Understanding the correct dialing sequence is essential for both domestic and international callers.

• National (domestic) calls from within Argentina (excluding the same area code): dial 0 + 3522 + subscriber number. For example, to call a fixed line in Villa de María with subscriber number 456789, you would dial 0 3522 456789.
• Local calls within the same area code: typically, only the 6- or 7-digit subscriber number is required, depending on the local numbering plan. For instance, dialing 456789 directly.
• International calls from abroad: dial the international access prefix (e.g., 00 from most countries, or + from mobile phones), then 54 (Argentina's country code), then 3522, and finally the subscriber number. Example: +54 3522 456789.

Numbering and Overlay

Subscriber numbers within the 3522 area code typically consist of 6 to 7 digits. As of the latest ITU-T and ENACOM (Ente Nacional de Comunicaciones) guidelines, there is no overlay code for this area, meaning 3522 is the sole NDC for this geographic region. However, users should always verify the current local dialing procedures, as national numbering plans can evolve.

Caller Instructions

• For local callers (within 3522): If you are calling a number in the same area code, you may dial only the local subscriber number. However, some operators may require the full national format even for local calls; it is advisable to check with your service provider.
• For national callers (outside 3522): Always include the trunk prefix 0 before the area code when dialing from a fixed line. From a mobile phone, you may also need to include the 0, but this can vary; using the full national format 0 3522 456789 is generally safe.
• For international callers: Use the plus sign (+) followed by the country code and area code without the trunk prefix. For example, +54 3522 456789.

Important Notes

While this area code is primarily associated with fixed-line PSTN services, some VoIP providers may also assign numbers with this geographic code. However, the geographic nature of the code means that it is tied to the physical location of the exchange, and calls to these numbers are typically charged based on the caller's distance and the applicable tariff. Always confirm the current dialing rules with your telecom operator to avoid misdialed calls.