Area Code 414 – Faisalabad
The phone area code for Faisalabad is 414 (international format +92414). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📍 Geographic Location of Faisalabad
Overview of Area Code 414 (Faisalabad)
Area code 414 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the city of Faisalabad in the Punjab province of Pakistan. Faisalabad, formerly known as Lyallpur, is the third-largest city in Pakistan and a major industrial and agricultural hub. The code is part of the Pakistani numbering plan administered by the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) under the ITU-T E.164 standard.
Geographic Coverage and Administrative Jurisdiction
The 414 code covers the Faisalabad metropolitan area and its surrounding districts, including Chiniot and Jhang (though some areas may have separate codes). The primary cities and towns served include Faisalabad city itself, along with its industrial zones such as Khurrianwala, Jaranwala, and Samundri. The jurisdiction falls under the Faisalabad Division of Punjab.
Dialing Formats
For local calls within Pakistan, the format is 0414-XXXXXXX (where X represents the subscriber number). When dialing from outside Pakistan, the international format is +92 414 XXXXXXX. Note that the leading '0' of the area code is dropped when using the international prefix.
Example: A local number might be 0414-1234567. From abroad, you would dial +92 414 1234567.
Overlay and Numbering Considerations
Currently, there is no overlay code for Faisalabad; the 414 code is the sole geographic code for the region. However, due to the growth of mobile and VoIP services, the distinction between geographic and non-geographic numbers is becoming less relevant. Subscriber numbers in Faisalabad typically have 7 digits, making the total national number length 10 digits (including the leading '0' of the area code).
Caller Instructions
For local callers within Faisalabad, it is possible to dial the subscriber number directly without the area code, depending on the local exchange setup. However, for calls from other cities in Pakistan, you must dial 0414 followed by the subscriber number. International callers should use +92 (or the appropriate international prefix) followed by 414 and the subscriber number, omitting the initial '0'.
It is important to note that while this is a fixed-line code, some VoIP providers may offer numbers with this code, but they are not tied to a physical location. Always verify the number's origin when receiving calls.