Area Code 676 – Mobile Network
The phone area code for Mobile Network is 676 (international format +43676). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
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Overview of Austria's +43 676 Mobile Prefix
The +43 676 prefix is a non-geographic mobile network code assigned within Austria's national numbering plan, as governed by the national regulatory authority (RTR-GmbH). Unlike geographic area codes that correspond to specific cities or regions, the 676 prefix is used exclusively for mobile services, enabling subscribers to be reached anywhere within Austria and across international borders. This prefix is primarily associated with Hutchison Drei Austria, one of the country's leading mobile network operators (MNOs), and is also utilized by various mobile virtual network operators (MVNOs) that lease network capacity from Drei.
Formatting and Dialing Instructions
Austrian mobile numbers using the 676 prefix follow the standard national significant number (NSN) length of 10 digits (excluding the leading trunk prefix '0'). The structure is: 0 676 XXXXXXX (where 'XXXXXXX' represents the subscriber's unique 7-digit line number). When dialing from within Austria, you must include the trunk prefix '0' before the 676 code. For example, to call a Vienna-based mobile subscriber with the number 1234567, you would dial: 0676 1234567.
For international callers, the country calling code +43 replaces the leading '0'. The same number would be dialed as +43 676 1234567 from any other country. It is important to note that the '+' sign represents the international access prefix, which varies by country (e.g., '00' in most European countries, '011' in North America). Always omit the leading '0' when using the international format.
Number Portability and Routing
As with all Austrian mobile numbers, subscribers can port their numbers to other mobile operators while retaining the 676 prefix. This means that a number beginning with 676 may not necessarily be actively served by Drei; it could be routed to another network via a central number portability database. For callers, this has no impact—you can simply dial the number as usual, and the call will be routed correctly regardless of the current network provider.
International SMS and Voice Calls
For international SMS or voice calls to a 676 number, the same international format (+43 676 XXXXXXX) should be used. SMS messages are routed based on the full international number, and there are no special restrictions beyond those applied by your own service provider. When traveling abroad, Austrian mobile users can use their 676 numbers for roaming, subject to their operator's roaming agreements and applicable charges.
Regulatory and Cost Considerations
Calls to 676 numbers from fixed or mobile lines within Austria are typically billed at standard mobile rates, which may be higher than calls to geographic numbers. However, many mobile tariffs include inclusive minutes to all Austrian mobile networks. For callers outside Austria, international rates apply, which vary by country and carrier. Always check with your service provider for the most accurate pricing information.