Area Code 613 – Baja California Sur
The phone area code for Baja California Sur is 613 (international format +52613). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📞 Exchange Codes (NXX) for Area Code 613
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📍 Geographic Location of Baja California Sur
Geographic Coverage and Administrative Jurisdiction
Area code 613 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the state of Baja California Sur, Mexico. This code serves the southern portion of the Baja California Peninsula, covering key municipalities including La Paz (the state capital), Los Cabos (comprising San José del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas), Comondú, Loreto, and Mulegé. The region is known for its tourism-driven economy, with major resort areas and coastal communities relying on both fixed and mobile telephony services.
Dialing Formats and Numbering Structure
In the Mexican numbering plan, numbers under area code 613 follow the standard 10-digit national format: 613 XXX XXXX. When dialing from within Mexico, callers must prefix the number with the long-distance indicator 01, resulting in 01 613 XXX XXXX. For international callers, the full E.164 format is +52 613 XXX XXXX. This applies to both fixed-line and mobile numbers that have been assigned this geographic code.
Local and International Calling Instructions
For local calls within the same area code, Mexican regulations historically required only the seven-digit local number, but due to nationwide numbering unification, all calls now require the full 10-digit dialing. Thus, even local calls must include the area code. For example, to call a business in La Paz from abroad, you would dial +52 613 123 4567. If you are already in Mexico but outside Baja California Sur, dial 01 613 123 4567.
Overlays and Numbering Considerations
As of the latest ITU-T and Federal Telecommunications Institute (IFT) updates, area code 613 does not have an overlay code. However, due to increasing demand in tourist areas, number exhaustion is a consideration. The IFT may introduce additional NDCs or overlay codes in the future, but currently, all numbers in the region share the 613 prefix.
Practical Examples for Callers
- International call to a hotel in Cabo San Lucas: +52 613 456 7890
- Domestic long-distance call from Mexico City: 01 613 456 7890
- Local call within La Paz: 613 456 7890 (10-digit dialing is mandatory)
Understanding the correct dialing format ensures seamless connectivity for both residents and visitors to this vibrant region.