Area Code 2372 – Armavir

Overview of Armenia's +374 2372 Geographic Prefix

The +374 2372 prefix is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the Armavir region of Armenia. This area, located in the western part of the country, includes the city of Armavir and its surrounding communities. The prefix is used for fixed-line (PSTN) services, and calls to this destination are routed over the public switched telephone network.

Dialing Format and Number Structure

When dialing an Armavir fixed-line number from within Armenia, subscribers must use the national trunk prefix 0 followed by the NDC and the subscriber number. The complete national format is: 0 237 2XXXXX (where X represents the local subscriber digits). Internationally, callers should dial +374 237 2XXXXX, omitting the leading zero. For example, a local number might appear as 0 237 2 45 678 in national format and +374 237 2 45 678 in international format.

Geographic Coverage and Administrative Jurisdiction

The 2372 prefix serves the Armavir Province (Armavir marz), one of Armenia's administrative regions. The primary city, Armavir, is located approximately 45 kilometers west of Yerevan. The numbering area also covers nearby towns and rural communities within the province, such as Vagharshapat (Etchmiadzin), which is a significant cultural and religious center. However, note that Vagharshapat may have its own separate prefixes; the 2372 range is specifically allocated to the central Armavir exchange area.

Calling Instructions for Local and International Callers

• Local callers (within Armenia): Dial 0 237 2XXXXX from any fixed or mobile line in Armenia. The trunk prefix 0 is mandatory.
• International callers: Dial your country's exit code (e.g., 00 from most European countries, 011 from the US/Canada), then 374 (Armenia's country code), followed by 237 2XXXXX. Example: 011 374 237 2XXXXX from the US.
• Callers from mobile networks: Mobile users in Armenia can dial the same national format. There is no need to add any extra digits.

Overlay and Number Portability Considerations

As of the latest ITU-T and Armenian regulatory updates, there are no overlay codes for the Armavir area; the 2372 prefix remains the sole geographic code for that exchange. However, number portability is available in Armenia for fixed-line services, meaning a subscriber may retain their 2372 number even if they move to a different operator within the same geographic area. This does not affect the dialing format.

Practical Usage and Cost

Calls to 2372 numbers are typically charged as local or national fixed-line rates, depending on the caller's location and operator. For businesses and residents in Armavir, this prefix is essential for local communications. International callers should check with their service provider for applicable international rates to Armenia.