Area Code 2288 – Kea
The phone area code for Kea is 2288 (international format +302288). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📞 Exchange Codes (NXX) for Area Code 2288
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📍 Geographic Location of Kea
Geographic Overview
The Greek area code 2288 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the Cycladic island of Kea (also known as Tzia), located in the Aegean Sea. This code covers the entire island, including its capital, Ioulis, and the main port of Korissia. Kea is part of the regional unit of Kea-Kythnos, within the South Aegean administrative region. The code is used for fixed-line services (PSTN) provided by OTE and alternative local carriers.
Dialing Formats
When calling a Kea landline from within Greece, subscribers must dial the trunk prefix 0, followed by the area code 2288 and the subscriber's 5-digit local number. For example, a local number might be formatted as 2288 0XXXX (where X represents digits). Internationally, callers from abroad must dial the Greek country code +30, then the area code without the leading zero, followed by the local number: +30 2288 0XXXX. The total number length for a Greek fixed-line number, including the country code, is 12 digits (e.g., +30 2288 0XXXX).
Local vs. International Calls
For local callers within Kea, dialing the 5-digit subscriber number alone may not be sufficient; in most cases, the full national format (including the area code) is required, as Greece uses closed dialing plans for fixed lines. For callers from other Greek regions, dial 2288 followed by the local number. For international callers, always use the +30 prefix. Note that Greek fixed-line numbers are not portable to mobile networks, but they are portable among fixed-line operators.
Overlays and Numbering
Currently, there is no overlay code for Kea; the 2288 code is exclusively used for the island. The subscriber number range is 5 digits, allowing up to 100,000 combinations, which is ample for the island's population. As with all Greek geographic codes, the assignment is managed by the Hellenic Telecommunications and Post Commission (EETT).
Practical Tips
When calling from a mobile phone within Greece, you must include the area code. For VoIP users, the same formatting rules apply. Always verify the local number length, as some older numbers may have fewer digits, but standard numbers are 5 digits after the area code.