Area Code 499 – Moscow
The phone area code for Moscow is 499 (international format +7499). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
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Overview of Area Code +7 499
Area code 499 is a geographic numbering plan code assigned to the city of Moscow, Russia. It is one of the two primary area codes serving the capital, the other being 495. Both codes cover the same geographic territory, but they are distinct numbering plan areas (NPAs) within the Russian national numbering plan. The +7 499 code was introduced in the late 1990s to provide additional numbering capacity for Moscow's rapidly growing telecommunications market.
Geographic Coverage and Administration
The 499 code is administered by the Russian Federal Communications Agency (Rossvyaz) and is allocated to fixed-line operators serving Moscow within the boundaries of the city and its immediate suburbs. It is important to note that while 495 and 499 both serve Moscow, they are separate dialing areas: a call from a 495 number to a 499 number (or vice versa) requires the full national dialing format, including the trunk prefix '8' (or '+7' for international format).
Dialing Formats and Instructions
For callers within Russia, dialing a Moscow 499 number requires the trunk prefix '8', followed by the area code and the subscriber number. For example, to call a 499 number with subscriber number 123-45-67, you would dial: 8 499 123-45-67. For international callers, the format is: +7 499 123-45-67 (or 007 499 123-45-67 from some countries). The subscriber number length for 499 is seven digits, making the total national significant number (NSN) length 10 digits (excluding the trunk prefix).
Overlay and Number Portability
Moscow operates an overlay plan, meaning that both 495 and 499 serve the same geographic area. This allows for number portability between the two codes; subscribers can retain their numbers when switching operators, even if the new operator uses a different code. As a result, a 499 number does not necessarily indicate a specific operator or technology; it simply identifies a Moscow fixed-line subscriber.
Usage and Practical Considerations
The 499 code is widely used by businesses, government institutions, and residential customers in Moscow. It is important for callers to be aware that while 499 and 495 are both local codes, calls between them are treated as local calls but may incur different tariffs depending on the operator. For VoIP and mobile users, dialing 499 numbers is straightforward, but always ensure you use the correct international prefix when calling from abroad.