Area Code 22 – Bandung/Cimahi

Overview of Area Code +62 22

Area code 22 is the National Destination Code (NDC) for the Bandung metropolitan area in West Java, Indonesia. This geographic code serves the city of Bandung, the capital of West Java province, as well as the adjacent city of Cimahi and parts of the surrounding Bandung Regency. The code is assigned under the Indonesian national numbering plan, which follows ITU-T E.164 recommendations. When dialing internationally, the full number format is +62 22 XXXX XXXX, where the leading '0' of the domestic trunk prefix is omitted.

Geographic Coverage and Administrative Jurisdiction

The 22 code covers a densely populated region that includes Bandung, Cimahi, and the regencies of Bandung and West Bandung. Major districts served include Bandung City Center, Coblong, Bojongsoang, and Padalarang. This area is a major economic, educational, and technological hub in Indonesia, often referred to as the 'Paris of Java' due to its colonial architecture and cool climate.

Dialing Formats and Caller Instructions

• Local callers (within Indonesia): To call a fixed-line number in Bandung from another city, dial the trunk prefix 0, then the area code 22, followed by the 7- or 8-digit subscriber number. For example, a local call from Jakarta would be 022 1234 5678.
• International callers: Dial your country's international access code (e.g., 00 or +), then Indonesia's country code 62, then the area code 22 (without the leading zero), followed by the subscriber number. For example, from the US, you would dial 011 62 22 1234 5678 or +62 22 1234 5678.
• Local calls within the same area code: If you are calling from a fixed line within the 22 area, you may often omit the area code and dial only the subscriber number, depending on your operator's local dialing rules. However, for clarity and consistency, it is recommended to always use the full national format.

Overlay and Numbering Considerations

As of the latest ITU-T operational bulletin, there is no overlay code for the 22 area. The subscriber number length is typically 7 to 8 digits, resulting in a total national significant number (NSN) length of 9 to 10 digits (including the leading 0). The 22 code is exclusively used for fixed-line (PSTN) services, and it is not assigned to mobile networks. Mobile numbers in Indonesia use separate prefixes such as 811, 812, 813, etc., and are non-geographic.

Practical Examples for Callers

For a business or resident in Bandung with a fixed-line number 1234 5678, the international format would be +62 22 1234 5678. If you are traveling abroad and need to call a Bandung landline, always replace the leading '0' with the country code. For instance, from Australia, you would dial 0011 62 22 1234 5678. From a mobile phone, simply use the plus sign: +62 22 1234 5678.