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Area Code 84 – Kangerlussuaq

The phone area code for Kangerlussuaq is 84 (international format +29984). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.

Current Local Time
05:57:07
UTC • UTC +00:00
Full Dialing Format
+29984
Population 508
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Admin Region Qeqqata
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Elevation 242m
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GPS Coordinates 67.0088, -50.6894
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📍 Geographic Location of Kangerlussuaq

Geographic Overview

The area code 84 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to Kangerlussuaq, a settlement located at the head of the fjord of the same name in western Greenland. Kangerlussuaq is notable for its international airport, which serves as a primary hub for transatlantic flights to and from Denmark and other destinations. The code is part of the Greenlandic numbering plan, which uses the country calling code +299.

Dialing Formats

For local calls within Greenland (including calls from other Greenlandic towns), subscribers dial the eight-digit national number: 84 XX XX XX. The leading '84' is the area code, and the remaining six digits form the local subscriber number. When calling from abroad, the full international format is used: +299 84 XX XX XX. The plus sign represents the international access prefix, which varies by country (e.g., 011 from the US, 00 from most European countries).

Geographic Coverage and Administration

The 84 code covers the administrative area of Kangerlussuaq, which is part of the Qeqqata municipality. The settlement has a small population, and the code serves both fixed-line PSTN and VoIP services. There are no overlay codes in Greenland; each geographic area has a unique NDC.

Caller Instructions

  • Local callers (within Greenland): Dial 84 XX XX XX (national format).
  • International callers: Dial your country's exit code, then 299 84 XX XX XX.
  • Callers from Kangerlussuaq to other Greenlandic areas: Dial the national number of the destination (including its area code).

Technical Notes

Greenland's numbering plan follows ITU-T E.164. The total length of a Greenlandic national number is eight digits, including the NDC. The 84 code is allocated exclusively to Kangerlussuaq and is not portable across geographic regions. For international calls, the country code +299 is required. Calls to Kangerlussuaq from mobile networks in Greenland are treated as national calls and are subject to standard national tariffs.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the area code for Kangerlussuaq, Greenland?
The area code for Kangerlussuaq is 84. When dialing from abroad, you use +299 84 followed by the local subscriber number.
How do I call a Kangerlussuaq number from the United States?
From the US, dial 011 (international access), then 299 (Greenland country code), then 84 (Kangerlussuaq area code), and the six-digit local number. For example, 011 299 84 XX XX XX.
Are numbers with area code 84 mobile or landline?
The 84 area code is a geographic code assigned to fixed-line and VoIP services in Kangerlussuaq. Mobile numbers in Greenland use different non-geographic prefixes.
Can I call Kangerlussuaq numbers using VoIP services?
Yes, you can call Kangerlussuaq numbers via VoIP services as long as they support international dialing. You must dial the full international format: +299 84 XX XX XX.
Is there a local dialing format for calls within Kangerlussuaq?
Yes, within Greenland, you dial the eight-digit national number: 84 XX XX XX. There is no need to dial an area code separately because the NDC is included.