Area Code 2532 – Daloa

Geographic Overview

The +225 2532 prefix is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the landline network serving Daloa, the principal city of the Haut-Sassandra District in west-central Côte d’Ivoire. Daloa is a major agricultural and commercial hub, often referred to as the “city of antelopes” due to its historical wildlife. The code covers the urban area and its immediate suburbs, including commercial districts, administrative centers, and residential zones. As part of the Ivorian numbering plan, this prefix is used for fixed-line services provided by the incumbent operator (Orange CI) and alternative carriers operating under the national regulator’s (ARTCI) licensing framework.

Dialing Formats

When calling a Daloa landline from within Côte d’Ivoire, subscribers dial the 10-digit national number, which includes the NDC and the subscriber number. For example, a local number might be 25 32 XX XX XX. The full national dialing sequence is 0 25 32 XX XX XX (the leading 0 is used for domestic calls). From abroad, callers must use the international format: +225 25 32 XX XX XX (omitting the domestic trunk prefix 0).

Caller Instructions

• Local callers (within Côte d’Ivoire): Dial the 10-digit number directly, e.g., 25 32 XX XX XX. If you are in a different region, you still dial the same 10-digit number without adding any extra prefix.
• International callers: Dial the international access code (e.g., 00 from most countries), then the country code 225, followed by the NDC and subscriber number: +225 25 32 XX XX XX.

Overlay and Numbering Considerations

As of the latest ARTCI updates, there is no overlay code for Daloa; the 2532 prefix is dedicated to this geographic area. However, number portability exists for fixed lines in Côte d’Ivoire, meaning that a subscriber may retain their number even if they change operators, but the geographic significance remains tied to the original assignment. The total length of a national significant number (NSN) is 10 digits, including the NDC, which is standard for the Ivorian PSTN.

Practical Usage

Businesses and residents in Daloa rely on this prefix for reliable fixed-line communications, including internet via DSL or fiber in some areas. For anyone needing to reach a government office, hospital, or commercial enterprise in Daloa, using the correct international format ensures proper routing. Always verify the subscriber number length, as it may vary between 6 and 8 digits depending on the operator’s allocation, but the NDC remains fixed at 2532.