Area Code 5377 – Rabat
The phone area code for Rabat is 5377 (international format +2125377). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📍 Geographic Location of Rabat
Geographic Coverage and Administrative Scope
The +212 5377 prefix is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the Rabat-Salé-Kénitra administrative region of Morocco. Specifically, it serves the capital city, Rabat, and its immediate urban agglomeration, including the neighboring municipalities of Salé and Témara. This code is part of the national numbering plan administered by the Agence Nationale de Réglementation des Télécommunications (ANRT) and is allocated to fixed-line PSTN services. As a geographic code, it identifies the physical location of the subscriber's line, which is essential for routing calls through Morocco's public switched telephone network.
Dialing Formats and Caller Instructions
For local callers within Morocco, the prefix is dialed as a trunk prefix '0' followed by the NDC and the subscriber number: 05377-XXXXX. The complete national significant number (NSN) is 9 digits, comprising the NDC (5377) and a 5-digit local subscriber number. For international callers, the format is +212 5377-XXXXX (or 00212 5377-XXXXX from many countries). When dialing from abroad, the leading '0' is omitted, and the country code +212 is used. It is crucial to note that the subscriber number is 5 digits, so the total number of digits after the country code is 9. For example, a typical Rabat landline might be +212 5377-12345.
Numbering Plan and Overlay Considerations
Morocco's fixed-line numbering plan is structured with a 2-digit area code (e.g., 53 for Rabat-Salé-Kénitra) followed by a 2-digit central office code (77) that identifies the specific exchange or local loop area within Rabat. Currently, there is no overlay code in Rabat; the 5377 prefix is exclusively used for fixed-line services. However, due to the increasing demand for telecommunication services, the ANRT has implemented number portability, allowing subscribers to retain their numbers when changing operators within the same geographic region. This means that a number with the 5377 prefix may not necessarily be served by the original incumbent operator, but it remains geographically tied to Rabat.
Practical Usage and Caller Tips
When calling a Rabat landline from a mobile phone within Morocco, you must include the trunk prefix '0' (e.g., 05377-XXXXX). From abroad, always use the international format +212 5377-XXXXX. Be aware that calls to geographic numbers are typically charged at standard national or international rates, depending on the caller's location and tariff plan. For businesses, having a 5377 number establishes a local presence in the capital, which is vital for government-related activities, corporate headquarters, and institutional communications. Always verify the complete number with the recipient, as omitting the '5-digit' subscriber part will result in a failed call.