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Area Code 682 – Gaafu Alifu

The phone area code for Gaafu Alifu is 682 (international format +960682). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.

Current Local Time
04:30:25
UTC • UTC +00:00
Full Dialing Format
+960682
Population 2,925
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Admin Region Gaafu Alif Atoll
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Elevation N/A
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GPS Coordinates 0.7591, 73.4330
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📍 Geographic Location of Gaafu Alifu

Overview

The Maldives country calling code +960 is followed by a seven-digit national significant number (NSN). Within this structure, the prefix 682 is a geographic area code assigned to the Gaafu Alifu Atoll, an administrative division located in the southern part of the Maldives. This atoll is known for its remote island communities and developing tourism infrastructure. The code is used for fixed-line (PSTN) services within the atoll, connecting businesses, government offices, and residential subscribers.

Geographic Coverage

Gaafu Alifu Atoll (also known as North Huvadhu Atoll) encompasses numerous inhabited islands, including Villingili, the atoll capital, as well as Dhaandhoo, Dhevvadhoo, Gemanafushi, Kanduhulhudhoo, Kolamaafushi, Kondey, Maamendhoo, Nilandhoo, and Fiyoaree. The prefix 682 is allocated to fixed-line services in these islands, distinguishing them from other atolls and the capital region of Malé.

Dialing Format

When calling a fixed-line number in Gaafu Alifu from abroad, the international format is:

  • +960 682 XXXX (where XXXX is the four-digit subscriber number)

From within the Maldives, callers must dial the full seven-digit number including the area code, even for local calls: 682 XXXX. There is no trunk prefix like '0' used in many countries; the national significant number begins directly with the area code.

Caller Instructions

International callers should replace the '+' with their country's international access code (e.g., 011 from the US/Canada, 00 from most European countries). For example, a call from the UK to a number in Gaafu Alifu would be dialed as 00 960 682 XXXX.

Domestic callers outside the atoll simply dial 682 XXXX. No additional codes are required.

Overlay and Numbering Considerations

The Maldives has a closed numbering plan, meaning the total number length is always seven digits. The prefix 682 is not overlaid with other geographic codes; each atoll retains its unique code. However, the rapid expansion of mobile and VoIP services has led to increased number portability, so a number starting with 682 may occasionally be routed to a mobile or VoIP network if the subscriber has ported. Always verify the number's current status if you encounter connectivity issues.

For businesses or individuals establishing a presence in Gaafu Alifu, securing a local 682 number enhances local credibility and ensures cost-effective fixed-line communication within the atoll.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What region does the Maldives area code 682 cover?
The area code 682 is assigned to the Gaafu Alifu Atoll, an administrative division in the southern Maldives. It covers fixed-line services on inhabited islands such as Villingili, Dhaandhoo, and Nilandhoo.
How do I call a 682 number in the Maldives from abroad?
Dial your country's international access code (e.g., 00 or 011), followed by the Maldives country code +960, then the area code 682 and the four-digit subscriber number. Example: 00 960 682 XXXX.
Do I need to dial a trunk prefix (like 0) before the area code when calling within the Maldives?
No. The Maldives uses a closed numbering plan without a trunk prefix. To call a 682 number from anywhere in the Maldives, simply dial 682 followed by the four-digit subscriber number.
Are numbers starting with 682 always fixed-line?
Originally, yes, but due to number portability, some 682 numbers may have been ported to mobile or VoIP networks. Always confirm the number's current routing if you experience issues.
Is 682 an overlay code?
No. Each atoll in the Maldives has its own unique area code, and 682 is exclusively for Gaafu Alifu. There is no overlay, so the code uniquely identifies the geographic region.