Area Code 828 – Gaza

Overview of Area Code 828

Area code 828 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the Gaza Strip region within the Palestinian Territories numbering plan, under the country calling code +970. This code is used for fixed-line telephone services, including PSTN and VoIP-based landlines, and is administered in accordance with the ITU-T E.164 recommendation. The Gaza Strip is a coastal enclave bordered by Israel and Egypt, with major urban centers including Gaza City, Khan Younis, and Rafah.

Dialing Formats

When calling a fixed-line number in Gaza from abroad, the international dialing format is: +970 8 2XX XXXX (or +970 828 XXX XXX, depending on the exact subscriber number length). For example, a local number might be formatted as +970 8 282 3456. Within the Palestinian Territories, callers dial the trunk prefix 0 followed by the area code and subscriber number: 08 282 3456. Note that the leading 0 is dropped when using the international format.

Geographic Coverage and Administration

The 828 area code covers the entire Gaza Strip, which is divided into five governorates: North Gaza, Gaza, Deir al-Balah, Khan Younis, and Rafah. This code is used for all fixed-line services in the region, including residential, business, and government lines. The Palestinian Telecommunication Company (Paltel) is the primary provider of fixed-line services in Gaza, though other licensed operators may offer VoIP services using the same numbering range.

Overlay and Numbering Considerations

As of the latest ITU-T allocations, there is no overlay code for Gaza; the 828 code is the sole geographic code for the region. However, due to the limited number of fixed lines and the high population density, number conservation measures are in place. Subscriber numbers within the 828 code typically have a length of seven digits (including the area code), but the total number length may vary. It is essential to verify the exact number of digits when dialing, as incorrect formatting may result in failed calls.

Caller Instructions

• International callers should dial +970 828 XXX XXX (or +970 8 2XX XXXX) from any country. Ensure you replace the plus sign with your country's international access code (e.g., 011 from the US, 00 from most European countries).
• Local callers within the Palestinian Territories (including the West Bank) should dial 08 828 XXX XXX or 08 2XX XXXX (depending on the number length).
• Mobile callers within the Palestinian Territories can dial the number in local format as well.

For calls from Israel, the dialing procedure may require using the Israeli trunk prefix and the Palestinian country code, depending on the service provider. Always check with your carrier for specific instructions.