Area Code 498 – Moscow
The phone area code for Moscow is 498 (international format +7498). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📞 Exchange Codes (NXX) for Area Code 498
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📍 Geographic Location of Moscow
Overview of Area Code +7 498
Area code +7 498 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the Moscow metropolitan area in the Russian Federation. It serves as an overlay for the capital's traditional code +7 495, which was originally allocated to Moscow and parts of the Moscow Oblast. The introduction of 498 was a response to the growing demand for telephone numbers in the region, providing additional numbering capacity without requiring existing subscribers to change their numbers.
Geographic Coverage and Administration
The 498 code covers the city of Moscow and its surrounding administrative districts, including major suburbs such as Khimki, Mytishchi, Balashikha, and Odintsovo. It is administered by the Russian Federal Communications Agency (Rossvyaz) and is used for fixed-line (PSTN) and VoIP services. Unlike mobile prefixes, 498 is tied to a specific geographic location, and its numbers are typically assigned to residential and business landlines.
Dialing Formats and Instructions
When calling a number in the 498 area code from within Russia, you must dial the trunk prefix '8', followed by the area code and the subscriber number. For example, to reach a Moscow number 123-45-67, you would dial: 8 498 123-45-67. From outside Russia, you would dial your country's international access code (e.g., 011 from the US, 00 from most European countries), then +7 498 123-45-67. Note that the leading '8' is not used when dialing from abroad.
Numbering Plan and Overlay Considerations
The 498 code operates as an overlay to 495, meaning that both codes serve the same geographic area. As a result, 10-digit dialing is mandatory for all calls within Moscow and the surrounding region, even for local calls. This means you must always include the area code (495 or 498) when dialing any number in the Moscow metropolitan area. The subscriber number length is typically 7 digits, resulting in a total national significant number (NSN) length of 10 digits (excluding the trunk prefix).
Practical Information for Callers
For local callers within Moscow, it is essential to remember that omitting the area code will result in a failed call. For international callers, ensure you have the correct country code (+7) and area code (498) before dialing. Rates for calling 498 numbers are generally the same as for 495, as they are considered local calls when dialed from within the Moscow region. However, calls from other regions in Russia may be subject to long-distance tariffs. Always check with your service provider for specific pricing.