Area Code 344 – Tskhinvali

Geographic Overview

The +995 344 country and area code combination is assigned to the Tskhinvali geographic numbering area within Georgia's national numbering plan, as administered under ITU-T E.164 recommendations. Tskhinvali, also known as Tskhinval, is the administrative center of the South Ossetia region, a territory internationally recognized as part of Georgia but currently outside the effective control of the central government. The geographic coverage of the 344 prefix corresponds to the Tskhinvali district and its immediate surroundings, including the urban core and adjacent settlements. This area code is used for fixed-line telephone services connected to the public switched telephone network (PSTN) within that specific geographic region.

Dialing Formats

For callers within Georgia, reaching a number in the Tskhinvali area requires dialing the trunk prefix 0, followed by the area code 344, and then the subscriber number. The national significant number (NSN) for geographic numbers in Georgia is typically 9 digits, including the leading trunk prefix. Thus, a local call from elsewhere in Georgia would be dialed as 0 344 XXX XXX. For international callers, the format is the international access prefix (usually + or 00), followed by Georgia's country code 995, then the area code 344 (without the leading trunk prefix), and the subscriber number: +995 344 XXX XXX. It is important to note that the actual subscriber number length may vary, but the total number of digits after the country code (including the area code) is typically 9 digits for geographic numbers in Georgia.

Caller Instructions

Local callers within the Tskhinvali area may be able to dial the subscriber number directly without the area code, depending on the local dialing plan. However, due to the complex administrative situation and potential routing changes, it is recommended to always use the full national format (0 344 XXX XXX) to ensure successful connection. Foreign callers should always use the international format (+995 344 XXX XXX) and be aware that calls to this region may be subject to specific routing agreements or service availability. As with any geographic number, the cost of a call depends on the caller's location and the terms of their telephone service provider. For businesses or individuals seeking to establish a presence in Tskhinvali, obtaining a local number with the 344 prefix can help establish a local footprint, though it is essential to verify the current operational status and regulatory environment with Georgian telecommunications authorities.