Area Code 3393 – Outside Dakar
The phone area code for Outside Dakar is 3393 (international format +2213393). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
Geographic Significance of Senegal's +221 3393 Prefix
The +221 3393 prefix is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the Thiès Region of Senegal, specifically serving the city of Thiès and its surrounding departments. This area, located approximately 70 kilometers east of the capital Dakar, is a key administrative and industrial hub. The prefix is allocated to fixed-line PSTN services, and its use is governed by the Senegalese Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (ARTP) under the ITU-T E.164 international numbering plan.
Thiès is the second-largest city in Senegal and serves as the capital of the Thiès Region. The 3393 code covers the urban and peri-urban zones of the city, including the communes of Thiès-Est, Thiès-Ouest, and the industrial area. It is important to note that this prefix is geographic, meaning the number is tied to a physical location. Calls to +221 3393 numbers are routed via the traditional public switched telephone network (PSTN) to the Thiès exchange.
Dialing Formats and Caller Instructions
For international callers, the complete number format is +221 3393 XX XX (where X represents the subscriber's line number). For example, a typical number might be +221 3393 12 34. When dialing from outside Senegal, you must include the country code +221, followed by the NDC (3393) and the local subscriber number. Do not add any extra leading zeros, as Senegal uses a closed numbering plan.
For domestic callers within Senegal, the number is dialed as 33 939 XX XX (the leading '0' is not used). If you are calling from a mobile phone or another fixed line in Senegal, simply dial the 9-digit number starting with 33. For example, to reach the number +221 3393 12 34 from within Senegal, you would dial 33 939 12 34.
Callers from the Dakar region (using the 33 8xx or 33 9xx prefixes) can dial directly without any trunk prefix. However, if you are using an older PBX or VoIP system, you may need to configure the dialing plan accordingly. Always verify the number with the recipient, as number portability may allow a number with this prefix to be reassigned to a different operator, but the geographic tariff structure remains based on the original allocation.
For businesses or individuals considering a virtual presence in Thiès, obtaining a 3393 number can enhance local credibility. However, be aware that geographic numbers are subject to local regulatory requirements and may require a physical address for provisioning.