Area Code 24 – Ita

Overview of Area Code 24 (Ita, Paraguay)

Area code 24 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the Ita region in Paraguay, under the national numbering plan administered by the Comisión Nacional de Telecomunicaciones (CONATEL). This code corresponds to the city of Itauguá and its surrounding areas within the Central Department, approximately 30 kilometers east of Asunción. Ita is part of the Greater Asunción metropolitan area, and its telecommunications infrastructure is integrated with the national PSTN and mobile networks.

Geographic Coverage and Administrative Jurisdiction

The 24 code covers the district of Itauguá, which is the capital of the Ita district, as well as nearby localities such as Ypacaraí and Areguá (though some of these may have separate codes). The region is known for its historical significance and its role as a bedroom community for Asunción. The administrative jurisdiction falls under the Central Department, and the area is served by both fixed-line operators (such as Copaco and personal) and mobile operators.

Dialing Formats and Caller Instructions

For local callers within Paraguay, the national dialing format requires the trunk prefix 0 followed by the area code and the subscriber number. For example, to call a fixed line in Itauguá from Asunción, you would dial: 0 24 [subscriber number]. The subscriber number length in Paraguay is typically 6 to 7 digits, but for area code 24, it is usually 6 digits. Thus, a complete national number might look like: 024 123456.

For international callers, the format is: +595 24 [subscriber number]. For instance, if the local number is 123456, the international dialing format would be +595 24 123456. It is important to omit the leading zero of the area code when dialing from abroad.

Overlay and Numbering Considerations

As of the latest CONATEL updates, there is no overlay code for the Ita region; the 24 code is exclusive to this geographic area. However, with the growth of VoIP and mobile services, some numbers may be ported, but the geographic significance remains for fixed-line services. Callers should always verify the correct number length and format with their service provider, especially when dialing from mobile networks, as some operators may require the full national number.

Practical Examples

• Local call from Asunción to Itauguá: 024 123456
• International call from the USA to Itauguá: +595 24 123456
• Call from a mobile phone in Paraguay to Itauguá: 024 123456 (or with area code if required by the operator)