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Area Code 2428 – Maralik/Sarnaghbyur, Shirak

The phone area code for Maralik/Sarnaghbyur, Shirak is 2428 (international format +3742428). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.

Current Local Time
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Full Dialing Format
+3742428
Population 242,200
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Admin Region Shirak
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Elevation 1519m
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GPS Coordinates 40.7500, 43.8333
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📍 Geographic Location of Maralik/Sarnaghbyur, Shirak

Geographic Overview

The +374 2428 prefix is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the Maralik and Sarnaghbyur area within the Shirak Province of Armenia. This region is located in the northwestern part of the country, near the border with Turkey and Georgia. The administrative center of Shirak is Gyumri, Armenia's second-largest city, but the 2428 code specifically serves the smaller towns and surrounding rural communities of Maralik and Sarnaghbyur.

Dialing Formats

When calling a landline in this area, the number format depends on the caller's location:

  • Within Armenia (domestic): Dial 0 2428 XXXXX (the trunk prefix '0' is used to access the national network).
  • From abroad: Dial +374 2428 XXXXX (replace the leading '0' with the country code +374).

For example, if the local subscriber number is 12345, a caller from Yerevan would dial 0 2428 12345, while an international caller would dial +374 2428 12345.

Administrative and Regulatory Notes

Armenia's numbering plan is regulated by the Public Services Regulatory Commission (PSRC). Geographic codes like 2428 are tied to specific physical exchanges and are primarily used for fixed-line PSTN services. As of the latest updates, there are no overlay codes in this area, meaning the 2428 prefix is unique to the Maralik/Sarnaghbyur region. However, number portability may allow subscribers to retain their numbers if they move to a different operator within the same geographic area.

Caller Instructions

  • Local callers: Always include the trunk prefix '0' when dialing from another Armenian city. Omit it only if you are within the same local area (if local 7-digit dialing is supported, but it is safer to use the full national format).
  • International callers: Use the plus sign (+) or the international access code of your country, followed by Armenia's country code 374, then the area code 2428 and the subscriber number. Do not dial the '0' trunk prefix.

This prefix is not associated with mobile services; mobile numbers in Armenia use non-geographic codes starting with 77, 91, 93, 94, 95, 96, 98, and 99.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What area does the +374 2428 code cover?
The +374 2428 code covers the towns of Maralik and Sarnaghbyur in the Shirak Province of Armenia, along with the surrounding rural areas.
How do I call a number in Maralik from the United States?
Dial the US international access code 011, then Armenia's country code 374, then the area code 2428, and finally the local subscriber number. For example, 011 374 2428 12345.
Is +374 2428 a mobile or landline prefix?
It is a geographic landline prefix assigned to fixed-line PSTN services in the Maralik/Sarnaghbyur area. Mobile numbers in Armenia use different non-geographic codes.
Do I need to dial the '0' when calling from abroad?
No, the leading '0' is only used for domestic calls within Armenia. When calling from abroad, you dial the country code +374 directly, followed by the area code 2428 and the subscriber number.
Can I keep my 2428 number if I move to another city in Armenia?
Number portability in Armenia allows you to retain your number when switching operators, but geographic numbers are tied to a specific location. If you move outside the Maralik/Sarnaghbyur area, you may need to change your number unless you keep a local presence.