Area Code 2238 – Hankavan/Hrazdan/Tsaghkadzor, Kotayk
The phone area code for Hankavan/Hrazdan/Tsaghkadzor, Kotayk is 2238 (international format +3742238). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📍 Geographic Location of Hankavan/Hrazdan/Tsaghkadzor, Kotayk
Geographic Coverage and Administrative Jurisdiction
The +374 2238 prefix is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the Kotayk Province of Armenia. Specifically, it serves the town of Hrazdan, the resort town of Tsaghkadzor, and the surrounding communities, including Hankavan. These localities fall under the administrative jurisdiction of the Kotayk Regional Administration. The code is used for fixed-line (PSTN) services within this mountainous region, located northeast of Yerevan.
Dialing Formats and Instructions
To call a subscriber in the Hrazdan/Tsaghkadzor area, the dialing format depends on the caller's origin:
- Within Armenia (domestic call): Dial 0 2238 XXX XX. The leading '0' is the trunk prefix, '2238' is the NDC, and the subscriber number is typically 5 to 6 digits long. Example: 0 2238 5 12 34.
- From outside Armenia (international call): Dial your country's international access code (e.g., 00, 011), then 374 2238 XXX XX. The leading '0' is omitted. Example from the US: 011 374 2238 5 12 34.
- Local calls within the same area code: In many cases, local calls may be dialed using only the subscriber number, but it is always safe to use the full national format.
Overlay and Numbering Plan Considerations
Armenia's numbering plan is administered by the Public Services Regulatory Commission (PSRC). The 2238 code is part of the 22x series of geographic codes for Kotayk. As of this writing, no overlay code has been introduced for this area, meaning the 2238 code is unique to the region. However, subscribers may have migrated to VoIP or alternative fixed-wireless services, but the geographic nature of the code remains.
Caller Instructions
For local callers: When dialing from a fixed line in another Armenian city, always include the trunk prefix '0' before the area code. For foreign callers: Ensure you have the correct country code (+374) and omit the trunk prefix. Be aware that international rates apply. The region is a popular tourist destination due to Tsaghkadzor's ski resorts and Hankavan's mineral springs, so many hotels and businesses may have this prefix.