Area Code 302 – Fria
The phone area code for Fria is 302 (international format +224302). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📍 Geographic Location of Fria
Geographic Overview
The +224 302 prefix is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the city of Fria, located in the Boké Region of western Guinea. Fria is an industrial and mining town, historically centered around the alumina refinery (Alumina Company of Guinea, ACG) and bauxite extraction. The code serves the urban area of Fria and its immediate administrative surroundings, including the sub-prefectures of Fria-Centre and nearby localities. As a geographic code, it is tied to the PSTN (Public Switched Telephone Network) and is used for fixed-line services within this specific region.
Dialing Formats
For callers within Guinea, the national format requires dialing 302 followed by the local subscriber number. The complete national number typically comprises 8 digits, including the NDC. For example, a local Fria number might be 302 XX XX XX (where X represents the subscriber digits). When dialing from abroad, callers must use the international format: +224 302 XX XX XX. The leading '0' is not used in international dialing; instead, the country code +224 is prefixed. For instance, to call a Fria landline from the United States, you would dial 011 224 302 XX XX XX (or +224 302 XX XX XX from a mobile phone).
Caller Instructions
Local callers within Guinea should dial the 8-digit national number directly (including the 302 prefix) from any fixed or mobile line. International callers must replace the trunk prefix (if any) with the country code +224. Always verify the current number length with your local service provider, as Guinea has undergone numbering plan changes in the past.
Overlay and Numbering Considerations
As of the latest ITU-T recommendations, Guinea has not implemented overlay codes for Fria; the 302 code remains exclusive to the geographic region. However, with the growth of mobile and VoIP services, some fixed-line numbers may be routed over IP networks, but the geographic significance of the prefix remains unchanged. For businesses or individuals in Fria, retaining a +224 302 number can enhance local trust and accessibility.
Regulatory Notes
The prefix is administered by the Autorité de Régulation des Postes et Télécommunications (ARPT) of Guinea. Number portability is not yet fully implemented for fixed-line services, so switching providers may require a number change. Always confirm the current dialing procedures with your telecom operator.