Area Code 5393 – Tangier

Geographic Coverage and Administrative Jurisdiction

The +212 5393 prefix is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the Tangier region of Morocco. Specifically, it serves the city of Tangier and its immediate surroundings, including the Tangier-Assilah Prefecture. This code is part of the national numbering plan administered by the Agence Nationale de Réglementation des Télécommunications (ANRT). As a geographic code, it is tied to a fixed-line infrastructure, meaning that the number is associated with a physical address within the coverage area.

Primary Cities and Local Dialing

The primary city served by this prefix is Tangier, a major port city and economic hub in northern Morocco. The code also covers nearby towns and communities within the prefecture, such as Assilah and Gueznaia. For local callers within the same NDC, dialing the subscriber number directly (without the area code) is possible. However, for calls from other regions within Morocco, callers must dial the trunk prefix '0' followed by the NDC and the subscriber number. For example, to call a fixed line in Tangier from Casablanca, one would dial: 0 5393 XX XX XX.

International Dialing Format

For international callers, the format is: +212 5393 XX XX XX, where +212 is Morocco's country calling code, 5393 is the NDC for Tangier, and the remaining digits constitute the subscriber number. It is important to note that the leading '0' used in domestic dialing is omitted when calling from abroad. For instance, a caller from France would dial: +212 5393 XX XX XX.

Number Length and Formatting

Moroccan fixed-line numbers are typically 9 digits long when including the NDC, but excluding the trunk prefix '0'. Thus, a complete international number would be +212 5393 XX XX XX, totaling 13 digits including the country code. The subscriber number after the NDC is usually 6 digits, but can vary; always verify the exact length with your local provider.

Overlay and Future Considerations

As of the latest ANRT updates, there are no overlay codes for the Tangier region. However, with the growth of telecommunications services, the ANRT may introduce additional NDCs or renumbering plans. It is advisable to check the ANRT website for any changes. For callers, it is essential to use the correct prefix to avoid misdialing, as some neighboring regions have similar codes.

Caller Instructions

For local callers within Tangier: dial the 6-digit subscriber number. For national callers outside Tangier: dial 0, then 5393, then the subscriber number. For international callers: dial your country's exit code (e.g., 00 from most European countries), then 212, then 5393, then the subscriber number. Always ensure you have the correct number of digits after the NDC to complete the call successfully.