Area Code 2071 – Tillabéry
The phone area code for Tillabéry is 2071 (international format +2272071). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📍 Geographic Location of Tillabéry
Overview of Niger Area Code +227 2071
The international dialing code +227 2071 corresponds to a geographic numbering area in the Republic of Niger, specifically assigned to the Tillabéry Region. This region, located in the southwestern part of the country along the Niger River, includes the capital Niamey and several surrounding departments. The prefix 2071 is part of the national numbering plan administered by the Autorité de Régulation des Communications Électroniques et de la Poste (ARCEP) of Niger, following ITU-T E.164 recommendations.
Geographic Coverage and Administrative Jurisdiction
The 2071 prefix is allocated to the Tillabéry Region, which encompasses the city of Tillabéry and its surrounding areas. While Niamey, the capital, has its own dedicated prefixes (e.g., 20 20, 20 72), the 2071 code serves the regional administrative centers and rural communities. It is important to note that Niger's numbering plan is not strictly hierarchical by department; however, 2071 is recognized as a geographic indicator for the Tillabéry zone.
Dialing Formats and Usage
When calling a fixed-line subscriber in the Tillabéry area from within Niger, the national trunk prefix is not used; instead, callers dial the full eight-digit subscriber number, which begins with 2071. For example, a local number might be 20 71 45 67, and within Niger, you would dial 20714567. From abroad, you must include the country code and drop any leading zero (if present), resulting in +227 2071 45 67. Note that Niger's fixed-line numbers are eight digits long, and the prefix 2071 is the first four digits.
Overlay and Numbering Considerations
As of the latest ARCEP updates, there are no overlay codes in Niger; each geographic area retains its distinct prefix. However, number portability is not yet fully implemented for fixed lines, so the prefix generally indicates the physical location of the line. For international callers, it is essential to use the correct country code +227 and to replace the leading '0' (if dialing from within Niger) with the international access code (00 or +).
Caller Instructions
- Local callers (within Niger): Dial the eight-digit subscriber number directly, e.g., 20714567.
- International callers: Dial your country's exit code (e.g., 011 from the US, 00 from most European countries), followed by Niger's country code 227, then the subscriber number without the leading '0', e.g., +227 2071 45 67.
Always confirm the number length and format with your telecom provider, as network updates may occur. For businesses, ensuring accurate dialing of +227 2071 numbers is crucial for reaching clients and partners in the Tillabéry Region.