Area Code 2252 – Agiasos/Plomari

Overview of Area Code 2252

Area code 2252 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) within the Greek numbering plan, allocated to the southeastern part of the island of Lesbos (also known as Lesvos) in the North Aegean region. Specifically, it serves the municipalities of Agiasos and Plomari, along with the surrounding villages and settlements. This code is part of the broader 225x series assigned to the North Aegean islands, with 2251 covering Mytilene (the capital) and 2253 serving other parts of the island.

Geographic Coverage and Administration

The 2252 area code covers a predominantly mountainous and rural region, with Agiasos situated inland at an altitude of about 450 meters, known for its traditional architecture and the Church of the Dormition of the Virgin. Plomari, on the southern coast, is a major fishing and ouzo-producing town. The area is under the jurisdiction of the Regional Unit of Lesbos, within the North Aegean administrative region. The code is assigned to fixed-line services (PSTN) and is managed by the Hellenic Telecommunications and Post Commission (EETT).

Dialing Formats

International format: When calling from abroad, dial the international access prefix (e.g., 00 or +), followed by the Greek country code 30, then the area code 2252 and the subscriber number. For example, to reach a landline in Plomari, you would dial +30 2252 12345 (where 12345 is a typical 5-digit local number).

Domestic format: Within Greece, callers must dial the trunk prefix 0 followed by the area code and subscriber number: 0 2252 12345. When dialing from a mobile phone within Greece, the same format applies (0 2252 ...).

Local dialing: Within the same area code, it is possible to dial only the 5-digit subscriber number without the area code, as per Greek numbering conventions. However, for clarity and to avoid errors, it is recommended to use the full national format.

Numbering Structure and Overlays

Subscriber numbers within the 2252 area code are 5 digits long, making the total national significant number (NSN) 10 digits (including the leading 0). There are currently no overlay codes in this area, meaning that the 2252 code is unique to this geographic region. Number portability applies to fixed-line services, allowing subscribers to retain their numbers when changing providers within the same geographic area.

Caller Instructions

• Callers from abroad: Dial +30 2252 XXXXX.
• Callers from other Greek regions: Dial 0 2252 XXXXX.
• Local callers within the same exchange: Dial XXXXX (5 digits).

This area code is essential for businesses and residents in Agiasos and Plomari, ensuring reliable connectivity for tourism, local commerce, and public services.