Area Code 418 – Martvili

Geographic Overview

The +995 418 area code is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the Martvili region in western Georgia. Martvili is a town in the Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti region, situated along the Martvili Canyon and the Abasha River. The area is known for its natural landmarks, including the Martvili Canyon and the Okace Canyon, and serves as an administrative center for the surrounding municipalities.

Dialing Formats

When calling a landline in Martvili from within Georgia, subscribers must dial the trunk prefix 0 followed by the area code 418 and the local subscriber number. The national significant number (NSN) for Martvili numbers is 9 digits, comprising the area code (418) and a 6-digit local number. For example, a local number might be formatted as 0 418 XX XX XX.

For international callers, the Georgian country code +995 is dialed, followed by the area code without the leading zero, and then the subscriber number. Thus, the same number would be dialed as +995 418 XX XX XX.

Calling Instructions

• Local callers (within Martvili): If you are calling from another landline within the same area code, you may be able to dial only the 6-digit subscriber number, depending on local network settings. However, it is always safe to dial the full national format.
• National callers (from other Georgian regions): Dial 0 418 XX XX XX.
• International callers: Dial your country's exit code (e.g., 00 or 011) followed by 995 418 XX XX XX.

Regulatory and Technical Notes

The Georgian National Communications Commission (GNCC) administers the national numbering plan in accordance with ITU-T E.164 recommendations. The 418 area code is classified as a geographic code, meaning it is tied to a specific physical location. This allocation is used for fixed-line services, including PSTN and VoIP that are registered to the Martvili area.

As of recent updates, Georgia has not introduced overlay codes for Martvili, so the 418 code remains unique to this region. However, number portability is available in Georgia, allowing subscribers to retain their numbers when switching operators, though the geographic significance of the code remains for routing purposes.

For businesses and individuals, using a Martvili number can establish a local presence and is often used by enterprises operating in the region. It is important to note that while VoIP services can be assigned geographic numbers, the physical location of the caller may not correspond to the area code, which can affect emergency services routing.