Area Code 767 – Bagansiapiapi

Overview of Area Code 767 (Bagansiapiapi)

Area code 767 is a geographic destination code within the Indonesian national numbering plan, assigned to the fixed-line telephone network of Bagansiapiapi and its surrounding areas in Rokan Hilir Regency, Riau Province, on the island of Sumatra. This code is part of the +62 country code dialing structure and is used exclusively for landline (PSTN) services in this region.

Geographic Coverage and Administrative Jurisdiction

The 767 area code serves the administrative district of Bagansiapiapi, which is the capital of Rokan Hilir Regency. The coverage area includes the urban center of Bagansiapiapi and nearby towns and villages within the regency, such as Bagan Batu, Bagan Sinembah, and other localities along the Rokan River delta. The region is known for its fishing industry and coastal geography.

Dialing Formats and Caller Instructions

For callers within Indonesia (domestic calls), the dialing format is: 0 767 XXX XXXX. The leading 0 is the trunk prefix used to access the national long-distance network. For example, to call a landline in Bagansiapiapi from Jakarta, you would dial: 0 767 123 4567.

For international callers, the format is: +62 767 XXX XXXX. The +62 is the country code for Indonesia, and the leading 0 is omitted. For instance, from the United States, you would dial: 011 62 767 123 4567 (or use the + notation on mobile phones: +62 767 123 4567).

Numbering Structure and Overlay Considerations

Local numbers in the 767 area code typically consist of 7 to 8 digits after the area code, depending on the specific exchange and subscriber density. As of the latest ITU-T E.164 guidelines, Indonesia uses an open numbering plan, and there are currently no overlay codes in this region; 767 remains the sole geographic code for Bagansiapiapi. However, callers should always verify the current number length with their service provider, as local exchanges may have different capacities.

Practical Guidance for Local and Foreign Callers

When calling from a mobile phone within Indonesia, it is essential to include the trunk prefix 0 before the area code, even if the caller is in the same region, unless the call is local (same exchange). For international callers, always replace the trunk prefix with the country code +62. Ensure that you have the correct number of digits; missing a digit may result in a failed call. For businesses or individuals in Bagansiapiapi, it is advisable to provide your international number in the format +62 767 XXX XXXX to avoid confusion for overseas contacts.