Area Code 756 – Painan

Overview of Area Code 756

Area code 756 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) within the Indonesian numbering plan, assigned to the Painan region in West Sumatra. It serves the administrative capital of Pesisir Selatan Regency, along with surrounding districts along the western coast of Sumatra. The code is part of the +62 country calling code and is used for fixed-line (PSTN) services.

Geographic Coverage and Jurisdiction

The 756 area code covers Painan and its immediate vicinity, including towns such as Batang Kapas, IV Jurai, and Koto XI Tarusan. These areas fall under the jurisdiction of the Pesisir Selatan Regency, which is bordered by the Indian Ocean to the west and the Bukit Barisan mountain range to the east. The region is known for its fishing industry and scenic beaches, attracting domestic tourism.

Dialing Formats

For local calls within the same area code, callers typically dial only the subscriber number, which is usually 5 to 7 digits long. However, for calls from outside the 756 area but still within Indonesia, the format is:

• 0 756 [subscriber number] (e.g., 0 756 12345)

For international callers, the format is:

• +62 756 [subscriber number] (e.g., +62 756 12345)

When dialing from a mobile phone, the leading '0' is often omitted if the call is placed using the international format, but within Indonesia, the '0' is required for trunk prefix.

Overlay Considerations

As of the latest updates, there is no overlay code for the 756 area. The region uses a single area code, and local numbers are not yet required to dial the area code for calls within the same exchange. However, as telecommunication infrastructure evolves, it is advisable to always include the area code when dialing from a different region or mobile network to avoid misrouting.

Caller Instructions

Local callers (within Painan): Simply dial the subscriber number directly. Domestic callers from other Indonesian regions: Dial 0 756 followed by the subscriber number. International callers: Dial your country's exit code, then 62 756, followed by the subscriber number. Ensure you drop the leading '0' of the area code when calling from abroad.

Technical Notes

Fixed-line numbers in this area are provisioned by incumbent operator Telkom Indonesia, though other operators may offer services via interconnection. Number lengths may vary, but the total length of the national significant number (NSN) is typically 10 to 11 digits, including the leading '0' of the trunk prefix. For accurate dialing, always verify the subscriber number length with the local directory or service provider.