Area Code 5366 – Figuig/Oujda

Overview of Morocco Area Code 5366

Area code 5366 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) within the Moroccan public switched telephone network (PSTN), allocated to the Figuig/Oujda region in the eastern part of the Kingdom. This code is part of the national numbering plan administered by the Agence Nationale de Réglementation des Télécommunications (ANRT) under the framework of ITU-T E.164. The code serves the administrative provinces of Oujda-Angad and Figuig, including the city of Oujda (the capital of the Oriental region) and the town of Figuig, a historic oasis near the Algerian border.

Geographic Coverage and Dialing Formats

The 5366 prefix covers a specific geographic area, primarily the urban and suburban zones of Oujda and Figuig. When dialing a landline in this region, the full national number consists of the trunk prefix 0, the NDC 5366, and a subscriber number of 6 digits, resulting in a total of 10 digits (e.g., 05 36 6X XX XX). For international callers, the number is dialed as +212 5366 XXXXXX, where the leading trunk '0' is omitted. Local callers within the same area code can often dial the subscriber number directly, but for clarity and consistency, the full national format is recommended.

Caller Instructions

• Local callers (within Morocco): Dial 05366 XXXXXX (including the trunk prefix '0').
• International callers: Dial your country's exit code, followed by 212 (Morocco's country code), then 5366 and the 6-digit subscriber number. Example: from the US/Canada, dial 011 212 5366 XXXXXX; from the UK, dial 00 212 5366 XXXXXX.

Overlay and Numbering Considerations

Morocco has implemented a nationwide overlay for mobile services, but for fixed-line geographic codes like 5366, no overlay is currently in effect. The number length is fixed at 10 digits nationally (including the trunk prefix). As with all geographic numbers, the tariff for calls to 5366 depends on the caller's location and operator, but it is generally considered a standard national rate. It is important to note that while the code is tied to the Figuig/Oujda region, number portability may allow a subscriber to retain their number even if they move, but the geographic significance remains for routing purposes.

For businesses and residents in the Figuig/Oujda area, having a 5366 number establishes a local presence and can be more cost-effective for customers calling from within the region. The region is a key economic hub due to its proximity to Algeria and its role in cross-border trade, making reliable telecommunication services essential.