Area Code 41 – Mobile Network
The phone area code for Mobile Network is 41 (international format +4541). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📞 Exchange Codes (NXX) for Area Code 41
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Overview of Danish Mobile Prefix 41
In Denmark, the national numbering plan follows the ITU-T E.164 standard, with the country calling code +45. Unlike many countries, Danish telephone numbers are not divided into geographic area codes; instead, all subscriber numbers are eight digits long and are allocated to specific service types. The prefix 41 is a non-geographic mobile network prefix, indicating that the number is assigned to a mobile network operator (MNO) or mobile virtual network operator (MVNO). Numbers beginning with +45 41 are used exclusively for mobile services, including voice, SMS, and data. They are not tied to any physical location, allowing users to keep their numbers when moving within Denmark or abroad.
Formatting and Dialing Procedures
Danish mobile numbers, including those starting with 41, are always written as eight digits after the country code. The national format is 41 XX XX XX, while the international format is +45 41 XX XX XX. When dialing from within Denmark, you must include the full eight-digit number; there is no trunk prefix like '0' to drop. From abroad, you dial the international access prefix (e.g., 00 from most European countries), followed by Denmark's country code 45, and then the eight-digit subscriber number. For example, to call a Danish mobile number 41 23 45 67 from the United States, you would dial 011 45 41 23 45 67. From the UK, you would dial 00 45 41 23 45 67.
Number Portability and Routing
Denmark implemented full mobile number portability (MNP), allowing subscribers to switch between MNOs and MVNOs while retaining their original number, including those starting with 41. Consequently, the prefix 41 does not necessarily indicate the current network operator; it only reflects the original allocation. Routing of calls and SMS to ported numbers is handled through a central number portability database, ensuring seamless connectivity. For international SMS, the message is routed based on the full number, including the +45 country code, and delivery is typically immediate.
Regulatory and Cost Considerations
The Danish Energy Agency oversees the national numbering plan, ensuring efficient use of resources. Mobile numbers with prefix 41 are allocated to operators such as TDC, Telenor, Telia, and 3, as well as several MVNOs. Calls to Danish mobile numbers are generally charged at higher rates than fixed-line calls, but many subscription plans include unlimited calls to all Danish mobile numbers. For callers from abroad, international rates apply, which vary by provider. It is always advisable to check with your telecom operator for specific charges.