Area Code 2533 – Alaverdi, Lori

Overview of Armenia's +374 2533 Geographic Prefix

The international dialing code +374 2533 is a geographic prefix assigned to the city of Alaverdi and its surrounding areas within the Lori Province of Armenia. This prefix is part of the national numbering plan administered by the Telecommunications Committee of Armenia (formerly the Public Services Regulatory Commission) and is allocated to fixed-line PSTN services. As a geographic number, it identifies the physical location of the subscriber's line, which is essential for routing calls and for regulatory purposes.

Geographic Coverage and Administrative Jurisdiction

Alaverdi is the administrative center of the Tumanyan sub-region in Lori Province, located in the northeastern part of Armenia, near the Debed River canyon. The prefix 2533 serves not only the city proper but also the adjacent communities and rural settlements that fall under Alaverdi's local exchange area. These include villages such as Akori, Haghpat, Sanahin, and others within the immediate vicinity. The Lori Province is known for its copper mining and metallurgical industries, and Alaverdi is a key industrial hub.

Dialing Formats and Caller Instructions

Understanding the correct dialing format is crucial for both domestic and international callers. The national significant number (NSN) for Armenian fixed-line numbers is 8 digits, including the area code. For the Alaverdi prefix, the full national number is 253 3XXXX (where X represents the subscriber's line number).

• Domestic calls (within Armenia): Dial 0 253 3XXXX. The leading '0' is the trunk prefix used to access the national network.
• International calls to Alaverdi: Dial +374 253 3XXXX (or 011 374 253 3XXXX from North America). The country code for Armenia is +374, and the '0' is omitted.
• Local calls within Alaverdi: In many cases, local calls may be made using only the 6-digit subscriber number (3XXXX) without the area code, depending on the operator's dialing plan. However, for clarity and consistency, it is recommended to use the full national format.

Overlay and Numbering Considerations

As of the latest updates, there are no overlay codes for the Alaverdi area. The prefix 2533 is unique to this geographic region. However, with the ongoing migration toward IP-based networks, some fixed-line numbers may be routed over VoIP infrastructure, but the geographic significance remains for emergency services and number portability. Callers should note that while mobile numbers in Armenia are non-geographic and begin with 77, 91, 93, 94, 98, etc., the 2533 prefix is exclusively for fixed lines.

Practical Examples

To illustrate, if a subscriber in Alaverdi has the number 253 3 1234, the dialing formats would be:

• Local (within Alaverdi): 3 1234 (if supported) or 253 3 1234
• National (from Yerevan): 0 253 3 1234
• International (from abroad): +374 253 3 1234

For international callers, it is essential to replace the '+' with the appropriate international access code (e.g., 00 in most European countries, 011 in the US/Canada). Always verify the number with the recipient to ensure correct routing.