Area Code 2841 – Goris/Verishen, Syunik

Overview of Area Code 2841

Area code 2841 is a geographic numbering plan area within the Armenian public switched telephone network (PSTN), allocated to the town of Goris and the adjacent settlement of Verishen, both located in the southern province of Syunik. This code is part of the national destination code (NDC) structure defined under the ITU-T E.164 recommendation for Armenia (country code +374). Subscriber numbers within this area are 5 digits long, resulting in a complete national significant number (NSN) of 8 digits when combined with the area code (e.g., 2841 12345).

Geographic Coverage and Administrative Jurisdiction

Goris serves as the administrative center of the Goris Municipality and is one of the key urban hubs in Syunik Province. The area code 2841 covers the city proper and its immediate surroundings, including Verishen, a nearby village that has become a suburban extension of Goris. Syunik Province borders Iran to the south and is known for its mountainous terrain, historical sites, and the Zangezur corridor. The region is economically significant for mining, agriculture, and increasingly for tourism, with Goris acting as a gateway to attractions such as Tatev Monastery and the Khndzoresk cave village.

Dialing Formats and Caller Instructions

For callers within Armenia, the national trunk prefix 0 is used before the area code. To call a fixed line in Goris from another Armenian city, dial: 0 2841 [subscriber number]. For example, if the subscriber number is 12345, the complete national dialing sequence is 0 2841 12345.

For international callers, the Armenian country code (+374) replaces the trunk prefix. From abroad, dial: +374 2841 [subscriber number]. Using the same example, the international format is +374 2841 12345. It is important to note that the leading '0' of the national trunk prefix is omitted when dialing from outside Armenia.

Local calls within Goris and Verishen may be possible using only the 5-digit subscriber number, depending on the operator's dialing plan. However, for clarity and to avoid misdialing, it is recommended to use the full national format, especially when calling from mobile networks.

Overlay and Numbering Considerations

As of the latest ITU-T national numbering plan updates, no overlay code has been assigned to the Goris area. The 2841 code remains the sole geographic identifier for fixed-line services in this region. Subscriber numbers are allocated by the Public Services Regulatory Commission of Armenia to licensed fixed-line operators, primarily ArmenTel (Beeline) and Rostelecom Armenia, which provide PSTN and VoIP services. Number portability is available in Armenia, allowing subscribers to retain their numbers when switching operators, but geographic portability is generally not permitted—meaning a number assigned to the Goris area cannot be moved to another geographic region.

For businesses and residents, understanding the correct dialing format is essential for seamless connectivity. Whether placing a local call or receiving international calls, adhering to the E.164 standard ensures proper routing through the national and international telecommunication networks.