Area Code 3773 – Mercedes, Corrientes
The phone area code for Mercedes, Corrientes is 3773 (international format +543773). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📞 Exchange Codes (NXX) for Area Code 3773
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📍 Geographic Location of Mercedes, Corrientes
Overview of Area Code 3773
Area code 3773 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the city of Mercedes and its surrounding localities in the Corrientes Province of Argentina. Mercedes serves as the administrative seat of the Department of Mercedes and is strategically located along the intersection of National Routes 123 and 123, approximately 250 kilometers from the provincial capital, Corrientes City. The code covers the urban area of Mercedes and extends to nearby rural communities and agricultural zones within the department.
Dialing Formats
When calling a landline in Mercedes from within Argentina, subscribers must dial the national trunk prefix 0, followed by the area code 3773, and then the subscriber number, which consists of 6 digits. The complete national format is: 0-3773-XXXXXX.
For international callers, the Argentine country code +54 is used, followed by the area code (without the leading zero) and the subscriber number. The international format is: +54-3773-XXXXXX.
Caller Instructions
- Local calls within Mercedes: If you are calling from another landline within the same area code, you may dial only the 6-digit subscriber number in most cases, depending on your local provider's configuration. However, for reliability, it is recommended to dial the full national format.
- Calls from other Argentine cities: Dial 0-3773-XXXXXX (including the trunk prefix).
- Calls from abroad: Dial your country's international exit code (e.g., 011 from the US, 00 from many European countries), then 54, then 3773, and the subscriber number. Example: 011-54-3773-XXXXXX.
Regulatory and Technical Notes
Argentina's numbering plan is regulated by the Ente Nacional de Comunicaciones (ENACOM). Geographic area codes are assigned to specific regions, and numbers are typically used for fixed-line services. As of recent years, there have been no overlay codes for 3773, meaning that the area code is unique to the Mercedes region. Subscriber numbers within this code are 6 digits long, and the total length of a national significant number (NSN) is 10 digits (excluding the trunk prefix).
It is important to note that while area code 3773 is geographically tied to Mercedes, Corrientes, the rapid adoption of VoIP and mobile services may lead to calls being routed over IP networks. However, the dialing format remains the same for end users. For any number portability issues, users should consult their service provider.