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Area Code 238 – Ararat/Avshar/Surenavan/Yeraskh

The phone area code for Ararat/Avshar/Surenavan/Yeraskh is 238 (international format +374238). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.

Current Local Time
05:44:42
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Full Dialing Format
+374238
Population 986
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Admin Region Ararat
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Elevation 805m
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GPS Coordinates 39.7394, 44.8281
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📍 Geographic Location of Ararat/Avshar/Surenavan/Yeraskh

Geographic Coverage and Administrative Jurisdiction

The Armenian national destination code +374 238 is a geographic area code assigned to the Ararat region, specifically serving the town of Ararat and the adjacent localities of Avshar, Surenavan, and Yeraskh. These communities fall under the Ararat Province (Ararat marz) of the Republic of Armenia, an administrative division that borders Azerbaijan to the east and Turkey to the south. The code is allocated for fixed-line (PSTN) services, and numbers under this prefix are used by residential, commercial, and governmental subscribers within this defined geographic area.

Dialing Formats and Caller Instructions

For callers placing a call to a subscriber within the Ararat region, the standard national dialing format is 0 238 XX XX XX (where X represents the subscriber's local number digits). The leading 0 is the national trunk prefix used for domestic calls within Armenia. When dialing from abroad, callers must replace the trunk prefix with the Armenian country code +374, resulting in the international format +374 238 XX XX XX. For example, a local call to a number in Ararat would be dialed as 0 238 45 67 89, while an international caller would dial +374 238 45 67 89.

Numbering Structure and Overlay Considerations

Armenian geographic numbers typically consist of the area code (2 to 4 digits) followed by a subscriber number of 5 to 7 digits, with the total length of the national significant number (NSN) being 8 digits. For the 238 code, the subscriber number length is 6 digits, making the complete NSN 9 digits (including the leading 0 for domestic dialing). As of the current numbering plan, there is no overlay code for this region; the 238 code is the sole geographic prefix for the Ararat area. However, subscribers should be aware that number portability is available in Armenia, allowing fixed-line users to retain their numbers when switching operators, though the geographic significance of the prefix remains for routing purposes.

Practical Guidance for Callers

  • Local callers within the Ararat region may dial the subscriber number directly without the area code if they are within the same local calling area, but it is always safe to use the full national format 0 238 XX XX XX.
  • International callers should always use the full international format +374 238 XX XX XX and omit the leading trunk prefix 0.
  • Mobile callers within Armenia can dial the national format directly; no additional prefixes are required.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Which cities or towns are covered by the +374 238 area code?
The +374 238 area code covers the town of Ararat and the nearby communities of Avshar, Surenavan, and Yeraskh, all located in the Ararat Province of Armenia.
How do I dial a fixed-line number in Ararat from abroad?
From abroad, dial the international access prefix (e.g., 00 or +), then Armenia's country code 374, followed by the area code 238 and the local subscriber number. For example: +374 238 45 67 89.
Is the +374 238 prefix used for mobile or landline numbers?
The +374 238 prefix is a geographic code assigned to fixed-line (landline) services in the Ararat region. Mobile numbers in Armenia use non-geographic prefixes starting with 9x or 4x.
Do I need to dial the leading '0' when calling an Armenian number from a foreign phone?
No, the leading '0' (trunk prefix) is only used for domestic calls within Armenia. When calling from abroad, you must replace it with the country code +374. So, the international format is +374 238 XX XX XX.
Can I keep my Ararat landline number if I move to another city in Armenia?
Yes, Armenia supports fixed-line number portability, so you may be able to retain your number when changing operators, but the geographic area code (238) is tied to the original location and may not reflect your new physical address.