Area Code 362 – Akhalkalaki

Geographic Overview

The +995 362 area code is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the Akhalkalaki region in the Samtskhe-Javakheti area of Georgia. This mountainous area, near the Armenian border, is known for its historical significance and predominantly Armenian population. The code covers the town of Akhalkalaki and its surrounding administrative district.

Dialing Formats

When calling a fixed-line number in Akhalkalaki from abroad, you must dial the international prefix (e.g., 00 or +), followed by Georgia's country code 995, then the area code 362, and finally the local subscriber number. For example, a call to a local number would be formatted as +995 362 XXX XXX (where X represents the digits of the local number).

For domestic calls within Georgia from another region, you would dial 0 362 XXX XXX. The leading '0' is the trunk prefix used for national calls. When calling from within Akhalkalaki itself, local numbers may be dialed without the area code, depending on the specific number length and local dialing conventions.

Numbering Details

Georgian geographic numbers are typically 9 digits in length, including the leading '0' of the area code. Thus, the full national significant number (NSN) for Akhalkalaki numbers is 9 digits. The area code 362 is followed by a subscriber number that can vary in length, but the total NSN remains consistent. It is essential to note that Georgia has implemented number portability, allowing subscribers to retain their numbers when changing operators, but geographic numbers are generally tied to the physical location of the line.

Caller Instructions

For international callers, always replace the trunk prefix '0' with the country code '+995'. For example, to call a number in Akhalkalaki, you would dial +995 362 XXX XXX. If you are calling from a mobile phone, you can use the '+' symbol. For landline calls, use the international access code of your country (e.g., 011 from the US, 00 from most European countries).

Local callers within Georgia should use the trunk prefix '0' when dialing from a different area code. When calling from a mobile phone, it is common to use the international format (+995 362 XXX XXX) even for domestic calls, as this is supported by all networks.

As with all geographic numbers, charges for calls to Akhalkalaki are typically higher than local calls if you are outside the region, but may be included in national calling plans. For the most accurate pricing, consult your telecom provider.