Area Code 2522 – Cocody, Abidjan

Overview of +225 2522

The country calling code +225 is assigned to Côte d’Ivoire under the ITU-T E.164 international numbering plan. Within the national numbering plan, the prefix 2522 is a geographic area code allocated to the district of Cocody, a major commune in the city of Abidjan. Cocody is an administrative and residential hub, hosting numerous embassies, international organizations, and business centers. The code 2522 is part of the national destination code (NDC) structure used for routing calls to fixed-line subscribers in this area.

Dialing Formats

For local calls within Côte d’Ivoire, subscribers dial the full national number, which includes the area code and the subscriber number. The national significant number (NSN) for geographic numbers in Abidjan typically consists of the area code (2522) followed by a 6-digit subscriber number, resulting in a 10-digit NSN. For example, a local number in Cocody might be 2522 123 456.

For international calls from abroad, callers must dial the international access prefix (e.g., 00 or +), followed by the country code 225, then the area code and subscriber number without the leading trunk prefix. In Côte d’Ivoire, there is no trunk prefix (0) used in international format. Thus, an international caller would dial +225 2522 123 456.

Geographic Coverage and Administration

The 2522 code specifically serves the Cocody commune, which is part of the Abidjan District. Cocody is known for residential areas such as Riviera, Angré, and II Plateaux, as well as commercial zones. The code is administered by the Ivorian telecommunications regulatory authority (ARTCI) and is allocated to fixed-line operators providing PSTN services. It is important to note that this is a geographic code, meaning the number is tied to a physical location, and calls are routed based on the subscriber's exchange.

Overlays and Numbering Changes

As of the current numbering plan, there are no overlay codes for Cocody; the 2522 code is unique to that area. However, due to the growth of telecommunications, the regulator may introduce additional area codes or renumbering in the future. Subscribers and callers should always verify the current dialing procedures with their service provider or the ARTCI.

Caller Instructions

For local callers within Côte d’Ivoire, simply dial the 10-digit national number (e.g., 2522 123 456). For international callers, use the plus sign (+) or the international prefix of your country, then 225, followed by the 10-digit number (e.g., +225 2522 123 456). Ensure you omit any leading zero that might be used in local dialing, as Côte d’Ivoire uses no trunk prefix.