Area Code 5225 – Casablanca
The phone area code for Casablanca is 5225 (international format +2125225). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📍 Geographic Location of Casablanca
Overview of Morocco’s +212 5225 Geographic Prefix
The +212 5225 prefix is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the Casablanca area in Morocco. It is part of the national numbering plan administered by the Agence Nationale de Réglementation des Télécommunications (ANRT). The prefix 5225 is a sub-range of the larger Casablanca 522 area code, which covers the economic capital and its surrounding metropolitan region. Casablanca is Morocco’s largest city and primary business hub, hosting numerous corporate headquarters, financial institutions, and government offices.
Geographic Coverage and Administrative Jurisdiction
The 5225 code specifically serves the central and western districts of Casablanca, including neighborhoods such as Maarif, Gauthier, Racine, and the administrative center near the Casablanca-Settat regional government. It is a fixed-line (PSTN) service, typically provided by Maroc Telecom, Orange Maroc, or Inwi, though the prefix does not indicate the operator due to number portability. The code is geographically tied to the Casablanca-Settat region, which includes the prefecture of Casablanca and parts of the surrounding provinces.
Dialing Formats and Instructions
For callers within Morocco, the national format requires dialing 05225 followed by the subscriber number. The full national number is 10 digits, including the leading zero. For example, a local Casablanca number might be 05225-XXXXX. Internationally, callers must use the country code +212 and drop the leading zero, resulting in +212 5225-XXXXX. For instance, a complete international dialing sequence would be +212 5225 12345. When calling from abroad, ensure you replace the initial zero with the +212 country code.
Overlay and Numbering Considerations
Casablanca has multiple geographic codes (522, 523, 524) to accommodate its large subscriber base, but there is no overlay complex; each code serves distinct areas. The 5225 prefix is not portable outside the Casablanca geographic region, meaning that if a number is ported to a different operator, it retains its geographic identity. For callers, this means that dialing a 5225 number always routes to a Casablanca-based line, regardless of the service provider.
Practical Guidance for Callers
If you are calling a 5225 number from within Morocco, always use the 10-digit national format (starting with 0). If you are calling from abroad, use the international format with +212 and omit the leading zero. Be aware that international call rates may apply, and some VoIP services may require additional configuration for Moroccan numbers. For businesses, having a 5225 number signals a strong local presence in Casablanca, which can enhance trust with local customers.