Area Code 46 – Yambol
The phone area code for Yambol is 46 (international format +35946). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📞 Exchange Codes (NXX) for Area Code 46
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📍 Geographic Location of Yambol
Geographic Overview
The +359 46 country and area code combination is assigned to the Yambol Province in southeastern Bulgaria. Yambol is the administrative center of the province and a significant economic and cultural hub in the Upper Thracian Plain. The numbering area covers the city of Yambol and its surrounding municipalities, including the towns of Straldzha, Bolyarovo, and Elhovo, as well as numerous villages within the province.
Dialing Formats
When calling a fixed-line number in the Yambol area from within Bulgaria, the trunk prefix '0' is used before the area code, followed by the subscriber number. The national significant number (NSN) for Yambol is 10 digits, formatted as 046 XXX XXX. For example, a local number might be dialed as 046 123 456 from other parts of Bulgaria.
For international callers, the country code +359 is used, and the leading '0' of the trunk prefix is omitted. Thus, the same number would be dialed as +359 46 123 456 from abroad. It is important to note that the area code '46' is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) allocated by the Communications Regulation Commission (CRC) of Bulgaria, in accordance with ITU-T E.164 recommendations.
Caller Instructions
- Local callers (within Yambol): In most cases, local calls can be made using only the subscriber number (e.g., 123 456), but some operators may require the full national format. Check with your service provider.
- National long-distance callers: Dial 0, then the area code 46, then the subscriber number: 046 123 456.
- International callers: Dial the international access prefix (e.g., 00 from most countries, or +), then the country code 359, then the area code 46 (without the leading 0), then the subscriber number: +359 46 123 456.
Numbering and Overlay Considerations
As of the latest CRC numbering plan, the Yambol area code 46 does not have an overlay code. Subscriber numbers in this area are typically 6 or 7 digits long, depending on the operator and the specific exchange. The total length of a national significant number (NSN) for geographic numbers in Bulgaria is 10 digits, including the leading '0' of the trunk prefix. This format is consistent across the country.
Geographic numbers are primarily used for fixed-line PSTN and VoIP services that are associated with a physical address in the Yambol region. However, number portability allows subscribers to retain their numbers when changing operators, even if they move outside the geographic area, though this is less common for fixed lines.
Practical Usage
Businesses and residents in Yambol use these numbers for local communications. For callers from outside Bulgaria, it is essential to use the international format to ensure proper routing. Always verify the current dialing procedures with your telecom operator, as they may vary based on the network and service type.