Area Code 470 – Nagorno-Karabakh

Overview of Armenia Area Code 470

Area code 470 is a geographic dialing code within the Republic of Armenia's national numbering plan, specifically allocated to the region of Nagorno-Karabakh. This area, internationally recognized as part of Azerbaijan but with a predominantly ethnic Armenian population, has been under the de facto control of the self-proclaimed Republic of Artsakh until recent geopolitical changes. For telecommunication purposes, the code is administered under Armenia's country code +374, following the ITU-T E.164 standard.

The code covers the main administrative center of Stepanakert (known as Khankendi in Azerbaijani) and its surrounding territories. It is used for fixed-line (PSTN) services, connecting subscribers within the region to the Armenian national network. As a geographic code, it identifies the physical location of the subscriber's line, which is essential for routing calls and determining tariffs.

Dialing Formats

When calling a number in Nagorno-Karabakh from within Armenia, the national trunk prefix 0 is used, followed by the area code and the subscriber's local number. The typical format is:

• 0 470 XX XX XX (within Armenia)

For international callers, the format is:

• +374 470 XX XX XX (from abroad)

For example, a local number in Stepanakert might be 0 470 12 34 56 when dialed from Yerevan, and +374 470 12 34 56 when dialed from the United States or Europe.

Caller Instructions

Local callers within Nagorno-Karabakh: If you are physically in the region and calling another local number, you may only need to dial the subscriber number, depending on your operator's settings. However, to avoid confusion, it is recommended to use the full national format.

Callers from other parts of Armenia: Dial the national trunk prefix 0, then the area code 470, followed by the local number. For example, from Yerevan, you would dial 0 470 12 34 56.

International callers: Dial your country's international access code (e.g., 011 from the US, 00 from most European countries), then Armenia's country code 374, then the area code 470 (without the leading zero), and finally the local number. For example, from the UK, you would dial 00 374 470 12 34 56.

Overlay and Numbering Considerations

As of the latest updates, there is no overlay code for 470, meaning it is the sole geographic code for the region. However, due to the political situation, the future of this numbering resource may be subject to change. It is always advisable to verify the current status with your service provider or the national regulatory authority.