Area Code 0159 – Ndjolé
The phone area code for Ndjolé is 0159 (international format +2410159). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📍 Geographic Location of Ndjolé
Geographic Overview of +241 0159
The +241 0159 prefix is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the Ndjolé area in Gabon. Ndjolé is a town located in the Moyen-Ogooué Province, along the Ogooué River. This code is used for fixed-line telephone services within this region, connecting subscribers to the PSTN. The numbering plan follows the ITU-T E.164 standard, with the full international format being +241 0159 XXX XXX (or +241 0159 XXX XXX depending on the local number length).
Dialing Instructions
- Local calls (within Gabon): Dial the NDC and subscriber number without the international prefix: 0159 XXX XXX.
- International calls from abroad: Dial your country's exit code, then Gabon's country code 241, followed by the NDC and subscriber number: +241 0159 XXX XXX.
- Example: If the local number is 123 456, a caller from the United States would dial: 011 241 0159 123 456.
Coverage and Administration
The 0159 prefix is administered by the telecommunications regulatory authority of Gabon (ARCEP) and is allocated to fixed-line operators serving the Ndjolé area. The geographic coverage includes the urban and peri-urban zones of Ndjolé and its surrounding localities. As a geographic code, it is tied to the physical location of the subscriber's line, and the tariff for calls to this number is typically based on the distance from the caller's location within Gabon.
Overlay and Numbering Considerations
As of the latest updates, there is no overlay code for Ndjolé; the 0159 prefix is unique for this area. However, due to the growth of VoIP and mobile services, some fixed-line numbers may be routed over IP networks, but the geographic significance remains for regulatory and emergency services. Callers should always verify the correct number length, as Gabon's numbering plan may have variable subscriber number lengths depending on the operator and service type.
Practical Tips for Callers
- When calling from a mobile phone within Gabon, you may need to include the '0' before the NDC, as is standard for national dialing.
- For international callers, always replace the leading '0' of the NDC with the country code +241.
- If you experience issues, confirm the number with the recipient, as number portability might have reassigned the number to a different operator, but the geographic code remains.