Area Code 2140 – Kinsale
The phone area code for Kinsale is 2140 (international format +3532140). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📞 Exchange Codes (NXX) for Area Code 2140
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📍 Geographic Location of Kinsale
Geographic Overview
The +353 2140 prefix is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the Kinsale area in County Cork, Ireland. Kinsale is a historic port town located approximately 25 kilometers south of Cork City, known for its maritime heritage and tourism. The code 2140 is part of the larger 021 numbering area, which serves County Cork and its environs. The 021 area code is administered by ComReg, the Irish telecommunications regulator, and is allocated to fixed-line services, though number portability allows subscribers to retain their numbers when switching providers.
Dialing Formats
When dialing a Kinsale number from within Ireland, the national trunk prefix '0' is used, followed by the area code and the subscriber number. For example, a local number might be dialed as 021 40xxxxx (where xxxxx represents the unique subscriber digits). Internationally, callers must use the country code +353, drop the leading '0', and dial +353 21 40xxxxx. The full international format includes the +353 country code, the NDC '21', and the subscriber number, which together form a complete E.164 number of 12 digits (including the country code).
Coverage and Administration
The 2140 prefix specifically serves the Kinsale exchange area, which includes the town and its surrounding rural hinterland. This area is part of the South-West region of Ireland, with Cork City as the primary urban center. The 021 area code covers a broad geographic region, and 2140 is one of several prefixes within it. There are no overlay codes currently in effect for the 021 area, so local calls within the 021 region are typically dialed using the 021 prefix even for local calls, as per Irish numbering conventions.
Caller Instructions
For callers within Ireland, dial 021 40xxxxx for all calls to Kinsale, including local calls. For callers from abroad, dial your international access code (e.g., 00 from most European countries, 011 from the US/Canada), then 353 21 40xxxxx. When providing a number to international contacts, always include the +353 country code and omit the leading '0' of the area code. This ensures correct routing through the PSTN and VoIP networks.