Area Code 2323 – Ashtarak, Aragatsotn
The phone area code for Ashtarak, Aragatsotn is 2323 (international format +3742323). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📍 Geographic Location of Ashtarak, Aragatsotn
Overview of Area Code +374 2323
Area code 2323 is a geographic destination code within the Armenian national numbering plan, assigned to the city of Ashtarak and the surrounding communities of the Aragatsotn Province. Ashtarak serves as the administrative center of Aragatsotn and is located approximately 20 kilometers northwest of the capital, Yerevan. The code is part of the fixed-line PSTN network and is used for traditional landline services, including those provided by licensed fixed-line operators in the region.
Dialing Formats
When calling a fixed-line subscriber in Ashtarak from within Armenia, the national trunk prefix 0 must be dialed before the area code and subscriber number. The complete national format is:
- 0 2323 XX XX (where X represents the six-digit local subscriber number)
For international callers, the Armenian country code +374 replaces the trunk prefix. The international format is:
- +374 2323 XX XX
For example, if the local subscriber number is 45 67 89, a caller from Yerevan would dial 0 2323 45 67 89, while a caller from the United States would dial 011 374 2323 45 67 89 (or +374 2323 45 67 89 from a mobile phone).
Geographic Coverage and Administrative Details
The 2323 area code covers the urban and rural areas of Ashtarak and its adjacent villages, including Oshakan, Byurakan, and Mughni. Ashtarak is known for its historical landmarks and proximity to the Aragats mountain, and the region has a mix of residential, agricultural, and small industrial activity. The code is administered under the jurisdiction of the Armenian Public Services Regulatory Commission (PSRC), which oversees the national numbering plan.
Caller Instructions
Local callers within the same area code may sometimes omit the trunk prefix and area code for local calls, depending on the operator's configuration. However, to ensure reliable routing, it is recommended to always use the full national format. For callers from outside Armenia, the plus sign (+) is used in mobile and VoIP dialing to indicate the international access code. Calls to this geographic number are typically charged at standard fixed-line rates, which may vary depending on the caller's operator and tariff plan.