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Area Code 2492 – Tyrnavos

The phone area code for Tyrnavos is 2492 (international format +302492). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.

Current Local Time
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Full Dialing Format
+302492
Population 25,864
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Admin Region Thessaly
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Elevation 80m
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GPS Coordinates 39.7682, 22.2962
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📍 Geographic Location of Tyrnavos

Overview of Area Code 2492

Area code 2492 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) within the Greek numbering plan, allocated to the region of Tyrnavos, a town in the Larissa regional unit of Thessaly, central Greece. This code is used for fixed-line (PSTN) services and is administered by the Hellenic Telecommunications and Post Commission (EETT) in accordance with ITU-T E.164 recommendations.

Geographic Coverage and Jurisdiction

The 2492 area code serves the municipality of Tyrnavos and its surrounding settlements, including the communities of Ampelonas, Deleria, and Damasi. The region lies northwest of the city of Larissa, the capital of Thessaly. The code is assigned to the administrative jurisdiction of the Region of Thessaly, and calls to this area are routed via the Greek national telecommunication infrastructure.

Dialing Formats

  • National dialing (within Greece): Dial 2492 followed by the subscriber number. The full national number is 2492 XXXXX, where XXXXX represents the local subscriber number (typically 5 digits).
  • International dialing (from abroad): Dial the international access prefix (e.g., 00 from most countries, or + from mobile phones), followed by the Greek country code 30, then the area code without the leading 0, and the subscriber number. For example, to call a Tyrnavos number from the United States, dial 011 30 2492 XXXXX.

Caller Instructions

  • Local callers (within Tyrnavos): In Greece, local calls may require dialing the full national number (including the area code) even for calls within the same area, depending on the operator's dialing plan. It is recommended to always dial 2492 followed by the subscriber number to ensure proper routing.
  • Foreign callers: Always use the international format: +30 2492 XXXXX. The leading 0 of the area code is omitted when dialing from abroad.

Overlay and Numbering Considerations

As of the latest EETT numbering plan, area code 2492 does not have an overlay code. The subscriber number length is typically 5 digits, resulting in a total national significant number (NSN) length of 10 digits (including the leading 0). This is consistent with the standard Greek numbering plan. No changes are currently planned for this area code.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Which region does the Greek area code 2492 cover?
Area code 2492 covers the town of Tyrnavos and its surrounding communities in the Larissa regional unit, Thessaly, central Greece.
How do I call a Tyrnavos number from abroad?
Dial your country's international exit code (e.g., 011 from the US, 00 from most European countries), then Greece's country code 30, then 2492 (without the leading 0), and finally the local subscriber number. For example, +30 2492 12345.
Is area code 2492 a mobile or fixed-line prefix?
2492 is a geographic fixed-line prefix assigned to PSTN services in the Tyrnavos area. Mobile numbers in Greece start with 69x prefixes and are non-geographic.
What is the format for dialing a local number in Tyrnavos?
Within Greece, you should dial the full national number: 2492 followed by the 5-digit subscriber number (e.g., 2492 12345). Even for local calls, it is advisable to include the area code.
Are there any plans to change or overlay area code 2492?
As of the latest EETT numbering plan, there are no announced plans for an overlay or change to area code 2492. The code remains stable for the foreseeable future.