Area Code 926 – Tulkarm
The phone area code for Tulkarm is 926 (international format +970926). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📍 Geographic Location of Tulkarm
Geographic Overview
The +970 926 prefix is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the Tulkarm Governorate in the Palestinian Territories. Tulkarm is a major agricultural and commercial hub in the northern West Bank, bordering the Israeli coastal plain. The code covers the city of Tulkarm itself, as well as surrounding towns, villages, and refugee camps within the governorate, including Anabta, Deir al-Ghusun, and Bal'a. As a geographic allocation, the prefix identifies landline numbers physically connected to the PSTN infrastructure in this region, operated primarily by Palestine Telecommunications Company (Paltel), the incumbent fixed-line operator.
Dialing Formats and Usage
When calling a Tulkarm landline from within the Palestinian Territories, the domestic trunk prefix '0' is used, followed by the NDC and the subscriber number: 0 926 XXX XXX (where X represents the local subscriber digits). From abroad, callers must use the international access code, followed by the country code +970, the NDC without the leading '0', and the subscriber number: +970 926 XXX XXX. For example, a local call would be dialed as 09 26XXXXX (depending on the exact subscriber number length), while an international caller would dial +970 926XXXXX. It is important to note that the Palestinian Territories also use the alternate country code +972 (assigned to Israel), and calls to +972 numbers in the same geographic area may be routed differently. However, for official international dialing to Tulkarm landlines, +970 926 is the correct prefix.
Regulatory and Technical Notes
The Palestinian telecommunications numbering plan is administered by the Ministry of Telecommunications and Information Technology (MTIT) and coordinated with the ITU-T. Geographic codes like 926 are part of the E.164 international numbering plan, ensuring global uniqueness and interoperability. As of recent years, no overlay codes have been introduced for Tulkarm, meaning the 926 prefix remains the sole geographic code for the governorate. Subscriber numbers under this prefix typically consist of six to seven digits, resulting in a total national significant number length of eight to nine digits (excluding the trunk prefix). Callers should always verify the current number length, as the Palestinian numbering plan has undergone expansions.
For businesses and residents in Tulkarm, the geographic prefix provides a stable, location-based identity, which is essential for local trust and regulatory compliance. International callers must ensure they use the correct country code (+970) and omit the leading '0' when dialing from abroad. If you encounter difficulties, confirm the subscriber number length with the recipient or consult your telecom provider for updated routing information.