Area Code 369 – Kareli

Geographic Overview

The +995 369 area code is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the Kareli region in the Republic of Georgia. Kareli is a town in the Shida Kartli province, situated along the Kura (Mtkvari) River, approximately 90 kilometers west of the capital, Tbilisi. The area code covers the administrative district of Kareli and its surrounding municipalities, including villages such as Agara, Zemo Khvedureti, and Ruisi. This region is known for its agricultural production, historical sites, and its position along the important east-west transport corridor.

Dialing Procedures

To call a fixed-line subscriber in Kareli from within Georgia, dial the trunk prefix 0, followed by the area code 369, and then the local subscriber number. The local numbers in this area typically consist of five to six digits, making the complete national significant number (NSN) length nine digits (including the leading zero). For example, a local number might be formatted as 0 369 XX XX XX.

When calling from abroad, international callers must use the Georgian country code +995, followed by the area code 369 (without the leading zero) and the local subscriber number. For instance, a call from the United States would be dialed as 011 995 369 XX XX XX, while from most European countries it would be 00 995 369 XX XX XX.

Caller Instructions

Local callers within the Kareli area may be able to dial the subscriber number directly without the area code, depending on the specific network configuration and the length of the local number. However, for clarity and to avoid misdialing, it is recommended to always use the full national format, especially when calling from mobile phones. Mobile callers in Georgia should always include the trunk prefix and area code when dialing fixed-line numbers in Kareli.

For international callers, it is essential to omit the initial 0 of the trunk prefix when dialing from abroad. The plus sign (+) in the international format indicates that the caller should use the appropriate international access code from their country (e.g., 011 from North America, 00 from most European countries).

Numbering Plan Considerations

Georgia's numbering plan follows ITU-T E.164 recommendations. The country code +995 is assigned to Georgia, and geographic area codes are allocated to specific regions. The 369 area code is part of the national numbering plan and is subject to the regulations of the Georgian National Communications Commission (GNCC). As of the latest updates, there are no overlay codes or upcoming changes announced for the Kareli area. Subscribers in this region are served by fixed-line operators, primarily the incumbent provider, but alternative operators may also offer services.