Area Code 2543 – Tashir/Metsavan, Lori

Overview of Area Code 2543

Area code 2543 is a geographic numbering plan area assigned to the Tashir and Metsavan region in the Lori Province of Armenia. This code is part of the national numbering plan administered by the Telecommunications Regulatory Commission of Armenia (PSRC) and follows the ITU-T E.164 international dialing standard. The region is located in the northern part of Armenia, near the border with Georgia, and is characterized by a mix of urban and rural communities.

Geographic Coverage and Administration

The 2543 area code covers the town of Tashir and the surrounding settlements, including Metsavan and other nearby villages. Tashir serves as the administrative center of the Tashir Municipality, while Metsavan is a separate rural community. The region is known for its agricultural activities and small-scale industries. The code is used for fixed-line (PSTN) services, including traditional copper-line telephony and, in some cases, fixed wireless or VoIP services that are geographically tied to the area.

Dialing Formats

To call a fixed-line number in the Tashir/Metsavan area, the following formats apply:

• Local calls (within the same area code): Dial the subscriber number directly. Local numbers typically consist of 5 to 6 digits after the area code. For example, if the subscriber number is 2 34 56, dial 2 34 56.
• Domestic long-distance calls (from other Armenian regions): Dial 0 followed by the area code 2543 and then the subscriber number. For instance, to reach the number 2 34 56, dial 0 2543 2 34 56.
• International calls (from outside Armenia): Dial the international access prefix (e.g., 00 from most countries, or + from mobile phones), then the Armenian country code 374, followed by the area code 2543 (without the leading 0) and the subscriber number. For example, from the US, dial 011 374 2543 2 34 56; from a mobile phone, dial +374 2543 2 34 56.

Overlay and Numbering Considerations

As of the latest regulatory updates, there is no overlay code for the 2543 area. The numbering plan is closed, meaning that local calls within the area do not require the area code. However, with the growth of telecommunications services, it is advisable to always use the full national number (including the leading 0) when dialing from mobile phones within Armenia, as mobile networks may route calls based on the full number.

Caller Instructions

For callers within Armenia: When dialing from a fixed line in another area, you must include the trunk prefix 0 before the area code. When dialing from a mobile phone, you can also use the 0 prefix; it is required for all domestic calls outside the local area. For international callers: Always omit the leading 0 and dial the country code 374, followed by the area code 2543 and the subscriber number. Ensure you have the correct international exit code for your country.

This area code is exclusively for geographic fixed-line services; mobile numbers in Armenia are assigned to non-geographic prefixes beginning with 77, 91, 93, 94, 95, 96, 98, and 99. If you are unsure whether a number is fixed or mobile, contact your service provider for verification.