Area Code 11 – Yangon

Overview of Myanmar Area Code 11

Area code 11 is the National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to Yangon, the former capital and largest city of Myanmar (Burma). It covers the Yangon Region, including the city center, suburban districts, and surrounding townships. As a geographic code, it is used for fixed-line (PSTN) services within this densely populated area.

Geographic Coverage and Administrative Jurisdiction

The code serves the entire Yangon Region, which is divided into four districts: Yangon East, Yangon West, Yangon North, and Yangon South. Key townships include downtown Yangon (e.g., Kyauktada, Pabedan), as well as larger areas like Insein, Mayangon, and Thanlyin. The region is the commercial and financial hub of Myanmar, hosting numerous government offices, embassies, and corporate headquarters.

Dialing Formats and Number Structure

Within Myanmar, landline numbers in Yangon are typically 8 digits long, including the area code. The local subscriber number (without the area code) is usually 7 digits. To call a Yangon landline from another part of Myanmar, you must dial 0 followed by the area code and the subscriber number: 0 11 XXX XXXX (where X represents the 7-digit local number). From abroad, you dial the international prefix (e.g., 00 or +), then Myanmar's country code 95, then the area code 11 (without the leading 0), and the subscriber number: +95 11 XXX XXXX.

For example, a local call to a number in Yangon might be 0 11 234 5678, while an international caller would dial +95 11 234 5678.

Overlay and Numbering Considerations

As of recent years, no overlay area code has been introduced for Yangon; the 11 code remains the sole geographic code for the region. However, due to the growth of mobile and VoIP services, many businesses and residents rely on mobile numbers (starting with 09) or VoIP numbers that are not tied to geography. When dialing a Yangon landline, always verify whether the number is a traditional PSTN line or a VoIP service, as some VoIP numbers may have different routing requirements.

Caller Instructions

• Local callers (within Myanmar): Dial 0 11 followed by the 7-digit subscriber number. For example, 0 11 234 5678.
• International callers: Dial your country's exit code (e.g., 00 or +), then 95, then 11, then the 7-digit subscriber number. For example, +95 11 234 5678.
• Calling from a mobile phone within Myanmar: You can dial 011 followed by the number, or simply 011XXXXXXX, as the leading 0 is required for trunk access.

Always ensure you have the correct number of digits; missing a digit may result in a failed call or connection to an unintended party.