Area Code 772 – Mohéli

Overview of +269 772 (Mohéli, Comoros)

The telephone country code +269 is assigned to the Union of the Comoros, an archipelago nation located in the Indian Ocean between Madagascar and Mozambique. Within the Comorian numbering plan, geographic area codes are used to route calls to specific islands and regions. The prefix 772 is designated for the island of Mohéli (also known as Mwali), which is one of the three main islands that constitute the Union, alongside Grande Comore (Ngazidja) and Anjouan (Ndzuwani).

Mohéli is the smallest of the three islands and is known for its relative tranquility and natural reserves. The prefix 772 serves the island's fixed-line telephone subscribers, covering both residential and business lines. The island's administrative capital is Fomboni, and other significant localities include Nioumachoua, Hoani, and Wanani. Calls to these areas require the use of the 772 prefix when dialing from outside the local exchange area.

Dialing Formats and Instructions

Comorian telephone numbers are typically seven digits long when dialed domestically, including the area code. For example, a local number on Mohéli might appear as 772 XXXX. When dialing from within Comoros but from a different island or region, you must dial the full seven-digit number, including the area code: 772 XXXX. No trunk prefix (such as '0') is used in Comoros; the country code +269 is used for international calls.

For international callers, the correct format is: +269 772 XXXX. For instance, to call a number in Fomboni, you would dial +269 772 XXXX. It is important to note that the plus sign (+) indicates the international access code, which varies by country (e.g., 011 from the US, 00 from most European countries).

Regulatory and Technical Considerations

The Comorian telecommunications regulator, the Autorité Nationale de Régulation des TIC (ANRTIC), oversees the numbering plan. Geographic prefixes like 772 are allocated to the incumbent operator, Comores Telecom, which provides fixed-line services. As of recent years, the fixed-line penetration in Comoros is low, and many residents rely on mobile services. However, fixed lines remain important for businesses and government offices.

There are currently no overlay codes or plans for number portability affecting geographic prefixes in Comoros. Callers should be aware that international call charges apply when dialing from abroad, and local calls within Mohéli may be billed differently depending on the operator and the caller's subscription plan.