Area Code 272 – Azizia
The phone area code for Azizia is 272 (international format +218272). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📍 Geographic Location of Azizia
Overview of Libya Area Code 272
Area code 272 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the Al Aziziyah region (also spelled Azizia or Al 'Aziziyah) in northwestern Libya. It falls under the +218 country calling code, which is administered by the Libyan General Post and Telecommunication Company (GPTC) and its regulatory authority. The code serves a defined administrative area within the Tripolitania region, approximately 40 kilometers southwest of the capital, Tripoli. Al Aziziyah is historically notable for holding the record for the highest reliably measured temperature in Africa (58°C in 1922, later disputed), and today it functions as a local commercial and agricultural hub.
Geographic Coverage and Dialing Format
The 272 code covers the urban and suburban areas of Al Aziziyah and its immediate surroundings, including nearby villages and rural districts. It is a geographic code, meaning that the tariff and routing are based on the physical location of the fixed-line subscriber. Subscribers within the region have local numbers that, when dialed internationally, follow the format: +218 272 XXX XXX (where X represents the subscriber's local number digits). The total number of digits after the country code is typically 9, including the NDC.
For domestic calls within Libya from another region, callers must dial the trunk prefix 0 before the area code, resulting in 0 272 XXX XXX. However, when calling from outside Libya, the leading '0' is omitted, and the full international format is used: +218 272 XXX XXX. For example, a local number in Al Aziziyah might be dialed as +218 272 456 789 from abroad, or 0272 456 789 from within Libya (outside the local area).
Caller Instructions and Overlay Considerations
Callers from within the same 272 area can often dial the local subscriber number directly without the area code, depending on the local dialing plan. However, for clarity and to avoid misdialing, it is recommended to always use the full national format (including the trunk prefix) when calling from a different region. As of the latest ITU-T E.164 numbering plan updates, there are no overlay codes or 10-digit dialing requirements in Libya; the numbering plan remains straightforward, with each geographic area having a distinct NDC.
For international callers, it is essential to check with your service provider for any specific access codes or restrictions. Most international carriers route calls to Libya without additional steps, but some VoIP or mobile services may require a different dialing procedure. Always confirm the correct number with the recipient to avoid connection issues.