Area Code 228 – Jalapa/Tuzamapan, VER
The phone area code for Jalapa/Tuzamapan, VER is 228 (international format +52228). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📞 Exchange Codes (NXX) for Area Code 228
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📍 Geographic Location of Jalapa/Tuzamapan, VER
Overview of Area Code 228 (Mexico)
Area code 228 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the state of Veracruz (VER) in Mexico, specifically serving the city of Xalapa (also spelled Jalapa) and its surrounding metropolitan area, including localities such as Tuzamapan. This code is part of the Mexican numbering plan administered by the Instituto Federal de Telecomunicaciones (IFT) under the ITU-T E.164 standard.
Geographic Coverage and Jurisdiction
The 228 area code covers the capital city of Veracruz state, Xalapa, along with adjacent municipalities within the Xalapa metropolitan area. Key locations served include:
- Xalapa-Enríquez (the state capital)
- Banderilla
- Coatepec
- Emiliano Zapata
- Jilotepec
- Las Vigas de Ramírez
- Tuzamapan
This region is an important administrative, cultural, and educational hub, home to the Universidad Veracruzana and numerous government institutions.
Dialing Formats
For local calls within the 228 area code, the 8-digit local number is dialed directly without the area code. For calls from other parts of Mexico, dial the national long-distance prefix 01, followed by the area code and the local number. For international calls from outside Mexico, dial the country code +52, then the area code (without the leading '0'), and the 8-digit local number.
Example (local): 1234 5678
Example (national): 01 228 123 4567
Example (international): +52 228 123 4567
Overlay and Numbering Considerations
As of the latest IFT updates, area code 228 does not have an overlay. The 8-digit subscriber numbers are assigned by the IFT to fixed-line operators (PSTN) and may also be used by VoIP providers offering fixed-line services. Number portability is available, allowing users to retain their numbers when switching carriers.
Caller Instructions
For callers within Mexico: if you are dialing from a mobile phone, you may need to include the national long-distance prefix '01' or use the '+52' format depending on your carrier. For callers from abroad, always use the international format with the '+' sign or the international access code of your country (e.g., '011' from the US), followed by 52 and the area code.
When dialing from a landline in Mexico to a number in Xalapa, use '01 228' followed by the 8-digit number. From mobile phones, it is recommended to use '+52 228' to ensure proper routing.