Area Code 5665 – Kuntaur
The phone area code for Kuntaur is 5665 (international format +2205665). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📍 Geographic Location of Kuntaur
Geographic Overview
The prefix 5665 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the Kuntaur area in the Republic of The Gambia. Kuntaur is a significant urban center located in the Central River Region, situated along the north bank of the Gambia River. It serves as an administrative and commercial hub for the surrounding districts, including the Niani and Sami areas. The code is part of the Gambian national numbering plan, which follows ITU-T E.164 recommendations.
Dialing Formats
When calling a landline in Kuntaur from within The Gambia, subscribers dial the national significant number (NSN) in the format 566 5XXX (where X represents the local subscriber digits). The full national number is typically 7 digits long, including the NDC. For example, a local number might appear as 566 5123.
For international callers, the correct format is +220 566 5XXX. The country calling code for The Gambia is +220, and the leading trunk prefix '0' is not used in international dialing. Thus, to call a Kuntaur number from abroad, you would dial +220 566 5XXX. For instance, if the local number is 566 5123, you would dial +220 566 5123.
Caller Instructions
Local callers (within The Gambia): Simply dial the 7-digit national number, e.g., 566 5123. No trunk prefix is required for landline-to-landline calls within the same NDC area, but if you are calling from a different region, you may need to include the NDC as part of the national number.
International callers: Dial your country's international access code (e.g., 011 from the US, 00 from most European countries), followed by The Gambia's country code 220, then the NDC and subscriber number without any leading zero. Example: 011 220 566 5123.
Overlay and Numbering Considerations
As of the latest updates, there is no overlay code for Kuntaur; the 5665 prefix is dedicated to this geographic region. However, The Gambia has implemented mobile number portability, but landline numbers are generally fixed to their geographic location. The numbering plan is managed by the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) of The Gambia.
For businesses or residents in Kuntaur, it is essential to display numbers in international format on websites and marketing materials to facilitate global reach. Always use the format +220 566 5XXX to ensure clarity for international clients.