Area Code 960 – Tuxtla Gutierrez
The phone area code for Tuxtla Gutierrez is 960 (international format +52960). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📞 Exchange Codes (NXX) for Area Code 960
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📍 Geographic Location of Tuxtla Gutierrez
Geographic Coverage and Administrative Jurisdiction
The +52 960 area code is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the city of Tuxtla Gutiérrez, the capital and largest metropolis of the state of Chiapas, Mexico. This code serves the municipality of Tuxtla Gutiérrez and its immediate metropolitan area, which includes adjacent localities such as Chiapa de Corzo and Berriozábal. As a geographic code, it is tied to a specific physical region, and numbers under this code are allocated to fixed-line PSTN services, including residential, business, and government lines.
Dialing Formats and Caller Instructions
For callers within Mexico, the national long-distance format requires dialing the long-distance prefix 01, followed by the area code and the seven-digit local number. For example, to call a fixed line in Tuxtla Gutiérrez from Mexico City, you would dial: 01 960 XXX XXXX. For international callers, the format is the country code +52, followed by the area code and the local number, without the national long-distance prefix: +52 960 XXX XXXX. When dialing locally within the same area code, the seven-digit number alone is sufficient. Note that the Mexican dialing plan has undergone changes; for calls from mobile phones, the long-distance prefix is often omitted, but the area code is still required.
Numbering and Overlay Considerations
Numbers under the 960 code are seven digits long, following the standard Mexican fixed-line format. Currently, there is no overlay code for this region, meaning 960 is the sole geographic code for Tuxtla Gutiérrez. However, as demand grows, the Federal Telecommunications Institute (IFT) may introduce overlays or reassign codes. For businesses, having a local 960 number establishes a physical presence in Chiapas, which can be important for local customer trust and regulatory compliance.
Practical Usage and Caller Tips
For local callers, simply dial the seven-digit number. For national callers, remember to include the long-distance prefix 01 when dialing from a fixed line, but from a mobile phone, you can often dial directly with the area code. For international callers, always use +52 and drop any leading zero. Be aware that rates for calling a geographic number vary depending on your carrier and plan; international calls to Mexico are typically charged at standard rates. If you are using VoIP services, ensure you dial the full international format to avoid misrouting.