Area Code 997 – Akesu, Xinjiang
The phone area code for Akesu, Xinjiang is 997 (international format +86997). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📞 Exchange Codes (NXX) for Area Code 997
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📍 Geographic Location of Akesu, Xinjiang
Overview of Area Code +86 997
Area code 997 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to Akesu Prefecture in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region of China. It is part of the Chinese telephone numbering plan under ITU-T E.164, where the country calling code is +86. The code covers the city of Akesu (Aksu) and its surrounding administrative divisions, including Wensu County, Kuqa County, and other counties under the prefecture's jurisdiction.
Geographic Coverage and Administrative Jurisdiction
Akesu is located in the northwestern part of Xinjiang, along the northern edge of the Tarim Basin. The area is an important agricultural and industrial hub, known for its cotton production and oil fields. The 997 code serves the entire prefecture, which spans a vast territory. The primary urban center is Akesu City, which functions as the political, economic, and cultural capital of the region.
Dialing Formats
For local calls within Akesu Prefecture, callers can dial the subscriber number directly, typically 7 or 8 digits, without the area code. For calls from other regions within China, the format is 0997-XXXXXXX (or 8-digit subscriber number). For international callers, the full international format is +86 997 XXXXXXX (or +86 997 XXXX XXXX). Note that when dialing from abroad, the leading '0' of the domestic trunk prefix is omitted.
Overlay and Numbering Considerations
As of the latest updates, there is no overlay code for Akesu; 997 remains the sole area code for the region. However, due to the rapid expansion of telecommunications services, the subscriber number length may vary. It is essential to confirm the exact number of digits with the local carrier or the recipient. Mobile numbers in China are separate and begin with prefixes like 13x, 15x, 18x, etc., and are not tied to geographic area codes.
Caller Instructions
- Local callers (within Akesu): Dial the local subscriber number directly.
- Domestic callers (outside Akesu): Dial 0 followed by 997 and then the subscriber number.
- International callers: Dial your country's exit code (e.g., 00 from most countries), then 86, then 997, and finally the subscriber number. For example, from the US, dial 011 86 997 XXXXXXX.
When providing a number to international contacts, always include the country code and area code in the format +86 997 XXXXXXX to ensure proper routing.