Area Code 2310 – Echmiadzin/Musaler/Parakar/Zvartnots, Armavir

Overview of Area Code +374 2310

Area code 2310 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) within the Armenian numbering plan, assigned to the western region of Armavir Province. It serves the historic city of Vagharshapat (commonly known as Echmiadzin), the spiritual center of Armenia, as well as the surrounding communities of Musaler, Parakar, and the area around Zvartnots International Airport (EVN). This code is used for fixed-line (PSTN) services and is administered by the Public Services Regulatory Commission of Armenia in accordance with ITU-T E.164 recommendations.

Geographic Coverage and Administrative Details

The 2310 numbering area covers a significant part of Armavir Province, located west of the capital Yerevan. Key localities served include:

• Vagharshapat (Echmiadzin) – the fourth-largest city in Armenia and the seat of the Armenian Apostolic Church.
• Musaler – a village known for its memorial to the Armenian resistance.
• Parakar – a village near Zvartnots Airport, increasingly residential.
• Zvartnots – the area surrounding Armenia's main international airport.

The code is geographic, meaning that the tariff and routing are based on the physical location of the line. It is used exclusively for fixed-line services; mobile numbers in Armenia use non-geographic prefixes (e.g., 77, 91, 93, 94, 98, 99) and are not affected by this code.

Dialing Formats and Instructions

To call a fixed-line number in the 2310 area, the subscriber number typically consists of 5 to 6 digits after the area code. The full national significant number (NSN) is 8 digits, including the leading '0' of the area code.

• Domestic calls (within Armenia): Dial 0 2310 [subscriber number]. For example, to reach a local number 12345, dial 0 2310 12345.
• International calls (from abroad): Dial your country's exit code, then 374 (Armenia's country code), then 2310 and the subscriber number. For instance, from the US/Canada: 011 374 2310 12345; from the UK: 00 374 2310 12345.
• Local calls (within the same area code): In many cases, you may dial only the subscriber number without the area code. However, for clarity and to avoid misdialing, it is recommended to always use the full national format.

Note that Armenia has no area code overlays; each geographic region has a unique code. The trunk prefix '0' is used for domestic long-distance and is dropped when calling from abroad.

Practical Considerations for Callers

When calling from a mobile phone within Armenia, you must include the '0' before the area code. When calling from overseas, ensure you have the correct exit code for your country. Some VoIP services may require you to omit the initial '0' and use the international format directly. Always check with your service provider for specific dialing requirements.