Area Code 390 – Gjakova
The phone area code for Gjakova is 390 (international format +383390). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📍 Geographic Location of Gjakova
Geographic Overview
The +383 390 prefix is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the region of Gjakova (Đakovica), a municipality located in the western part of the Republic of Kosovo. This area code covers the city of Gjakova and its surrounding settlements, serving as the primary routing identifier for fixed-line telephone services within this administrative jurisdiction. As part of the Kosovo numbering plan, which follows ITU-T E.164 recommendations, the prefix is used exclusively for geographic numbers, distinguishing them from mobile and non-geographic services.
Dialing Formats
For callers within Kosovo, the national format requires dialing 0 390 XXX XXX, where the leading zero is the trunk prefix and the subsequent digits represent the area code and the subscriber number. Internationally, callers must use the country code +383, followed by the area code without the leading zero, resulting in +383 390 XXX XXX. For example, a local call to a subscriber in Gjakova would be dialed as 0390 123 456, while an international caller would dial +383 390 123 456.
Numbering Structure and Overlay
Geographic numbers under the 390 prefix typically consist of a total of eight digits when dialed nationally (excluding the trunk prefix), or nine digits internationally (including the country code). The subscriber number length may vary, but the structure remains consistent with the national numbering plan. As of the latest regulatory updates, there are no overlay codes for the Gjakova region; the 390 prefix remains the sole geographic code for this area. However, callers should always verify the current numbering plan with the Regulatory Authority of Electronic and Postal Communications (ARKEP) for any potential changes.
Caller Instructions
For local callers within Kosovo, simply dial the national format 0 390 XXX XXX. For international callers, replace the trunk prefix with the +383 country code and omit the leading zero. It is important to note that while fixed-line numbers are generally associated with physical locations, VoIP services may also use geographic numbers, but the routing remains location-independent. Always ensure you have the correct number of digits to avoid misdialing.