Area Code 5222 – Casablanca

Geographic Overview

The +212 5222 prefix is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the Casablanca region of Morocco. Casablanca, the country's economic capital and largest city, is served by this code, which covers the central urban area and its immediate surroundings. As part of Morocco's national numbering plan, this prefix is used for fixed-line (PSTN) services, and it is administered by the Agence Nationale de Réglementation des Télécommunications (ANRT).

Dialing Formats

To call a Casablanca fixed-line number from within Morocco, subscribers must dial the national trunk prefix 0, followed by the NDC and the subscriber number. For example, a local number might be formatted as 05222-XXXXX (where X represents the five-digit subscriber line). Note that the NDC for Casablanca is 522, and the prefix 5222 is the first four digits of the full national number, which is 05222-XXXXX.

When calling from abroad, the international format requires the country code +212, followed by the NDC without the leading trunk prefix. Thus, the same number would be dialed as +212 5222-XXXXX. It is essential to omit the initial 0 when dialing internationally.

Caller Instructions

• Local callers (within Morocco): Dial 05222 followed by the five-digit subscriber number. For example, 05222-12345.
• International callers: Dial your country's exit code (e.g., 00 or 011), then 212, then 5222, then the five-digit subscriber number. For example, +212 5222-12345.

Overlay and Numbering Considerations

Morocco has implemented overlay codes in some regions to increase numbering capacity. However, as of the current plan, Casablanca's geographic codes remain distinct, and no overlay is active for the 522 area. The 5222 prefix is part of the fixed-line numbering range, and numbers are typically assigned to residential and business subscribers. With the growth of VoIP and fixed-wireless services, some numbers may be routed over IP, but the geographic significance remains for emergency services and regulatory purposes.

For businesses, having a Casablanca geographic number can enhance local presence and trust. When dialing from mobile phones within Morocco, the same national format applies. It is always advisable to confirm the current dialing procedures with your service provider, as numbering plans can evolve.