Area Code 245 – Dâmbovița
The phone area code for Dâmbovița is 245 (international format +40245). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📞 Exchange Codes (NXX) for Area Code 245
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📍 Geographic Location of Dâmbovița
Geographic Coverage and Administrative Jurisdiction
The +40 245 country-code/area-code combination is the geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the Dâmbovița County region in southern Romania. This area code covers the county seat, Târgoviște, as well as other municipalities and communes within the county, including Moreni, Găești, Pucioasa, and Fieni. Administratively, the region falls under the jurisdiction of the Dâmbovița County Council and the Romanian National Authority for Management and Regulation in Communications (ANCOM). As a geographic code, it is tied to a specific physical location, and the numbering resource is allocated to fixed-line operators providing PSTN and VoIP services within that territory.
Dialing Formats and Caller Instructions
For callers within Romania, dialing a fixed-line number in Dâmbovița requires the trunk prefix '0' followed by the area code '245' and the subscriber's 6-digit local number. For example, a local number in Târgoviște would be dialed as 0245 xxx xxx. When calling from abroad, the international access code (typically '00' in Europe or '+') is used, followed by Romania's country code '40', the area code '245' (without the leading zero), and the 6-digit subscriber number. Thus, an international caller would dial +40 245 xxx xxx. This format complies with ITU-T E.164 recommendations, ensuring proper routing through international gateways.
Overlay Considerations and Numbering Plan
Currently, the 245 area code does not have an overlay code. The numbering plan for Dâmbovița is closed, meaning the subscriber number length is fixed at 6 digits for fixed-line services. However, due to number portability, a subscriber may retain their 245 number even if they switch to a different fixed-line operator or, in some cases, migrate to a VoIP service, though the geographic association remains for routing purposes. It is important to note that mobile numbers in Romania are non-geographic and begin with 7, so they are not affected by this area code.
Practical Guidance for Callers
For local callers within Dâmbovița, dialing the full national format (0245 xxx xxx) is always safe, even for local calls, as it ensures proper routing. When calling from a mobile phone within Romania, the same national format is used. For international callers, it is essential to drop the leading '0' of the area code when adding the +40 country code. Misunderstanding this can lead to call failures or misrouting. Additionally, be aware that calls to geographic numbers in Romania are typically charged at standard fixed-line rates, which may vary depending on the caller's operator and subscription plan.