Area Code 3876 – San José de Metán, Salta
The phone area code for San José de Metán, Salta is 3876 (international format +543876). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📞 Exchange Codes (NXX) for Area Code 3876
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📍 Geographic Location of San José de Metán, Salta
Geographic Overview
The Argentine area code 3876 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the city of San José de Metán and its surrounding localities within the province of Salta, in the northwestern region of Argentina. This code covers the Metán Department, including towns such as El Galpón, Lumbreras, and Río Piedras. The region is primarily agricultural, known for its tobacco and citrus production.
Dialing Formats
When calling a fixed-line number in this area, the local number is seven digits long. The complete international format for a number in San José de Metán is:
+54 3876 XXX XXXX
For example, a local number might be 456 7890, which would be dialed internationally as +54 3876 456 7890.
- Domestic calls (within Argentina): Dial 0 (trunk prefix) followed by the area code and subscriber number: 0 3876 XXX XXXX.
- Local calls (within the same area code): Dial only the seven-digit subscriber number: XXX XXXX.
- International calls (from abroad): Dial your country's exit code (e.g., 011 from the US), then Argentina's country code 54, then the area code 3876 (without the leading zero), and the subscriber number: +54 3876 XXX XXXX.
Administrative and Regulatory Context
Area code 3876 falls under the jurisdiction of the Ente Nacional de Comunicaciones (ENACOM), Argentina's national communications regulator. It is classified as a geographic number, meaning that the number is tied to a physical location. However, with the advent of number portability, subscribers may retain their number even if they move within Argentina, though the geographic association remains for routing purposes.
There are no overlay codes currently assigned to this area; 3876 is the sole area code for the region. Callers from other countries should note that Argentine numbers do not have a separate trunk prefix for international calls; the country code +54 is used directly.
For businesses, having a local presence in San José de Metán can be enhanced by obtaining a local geographic number, which builds trust with regional customers. For travelers or remote workers, understanding the correct dialing format ensures seamless connectivity.