Area Code 775 – Matthews Ridge

Geographic Overview

The +592 775 numbering block is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the Matthews Ridge area in Guyana, located in the remote Barima-Waini region of the country's northwest. This area, near the Venezuelan border, is known for its mining and logging activities. The code serves the town of Matthews Ridge and its immediate surroundings, including smaller settlements such as Arakaka and Baramita. Calls to this prefix are routed over Guyana's Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) and are charged at domestic geographic rates.

Dialing Formats

To call a Matthews Ridge number from within Guyana, subscribers must dial the national trunk prefix '0' followed by the NDC and the local subscriber number. The local numbers in this area are typically 7 digits long, with the NDC '775' followed by a 4-digit subscriber number. For example, a local call would be placed as 0 775 XXXX.

For international callers, the format is +592 775 XXXX, where the plus sign represents the international access code (00 in most countries) and 592 is Guyana's country code. It is important to omit the leading '0' when dialing from abroad.

Caller Instructions

Local callers within Matthews Ridge may be able to dial the 4-digit subscriber number directly if the call remains within the same exchange, but this depends on the specific local dialing plan. For callers from other parts of Guyana, the full national format (0 775 XXXX) is required. International callers should always use the +592 775 XXXX format. Ensure that you have the correct area code, as misdialing may route your call to a different region within Guyana.

Overlay and Numbering Considerations

Currently, there is no overlay code for Matthews Ridge; the 775 NDC is exclusive to this geographic area. However, as Guyana's telecommunications infrastructure evolves, number portability and new services may affect routing. Always verify the current dialing procedures with your service provider if you experience issues.