Area Code 3396 – Outside Dakar
The phone area code for Outside Dakar is 3396 (international format +2213396). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
Geographic Allocation and Coverage
The +221 3396 prefix is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the Thiès region of Senegal, located outside the capital Dakar. Specifically, it serves the city of Thiès and its surrounding administrative departments, including Tivaouane and Mbour. This code is part of the national numbering plan administered by the Agence de Régulation des Télécommunications et des Postes (ARTP) under ITU-T E.164 guidelines.
Dialing Formats and Usage
When calling a landline in Thiès from within Senegal, subscribers must dial the trunk prefix 0, followed by the NDC and the subscriber number. For example, a local number might be formatted as 33 96x xx xx (where 'x' denotes digits). The complete national format is 0 33 96x xx xx. From abroad, callers must use the international prefix, Senegal's country code +221, and then the NDC without the leading zero: +221 33 96x xx xx.
It is important to note that the 3396 prefix is distinct from the Dakar area codes (e.g., 33 8xx xx xx). The ARTP has implemented geographic number portability, allowing fixed-line subscribers to retain their numbers when changing operators within the same geographic area, but the prefix remains tied to the Thiès region.
Caller Instructions
- Local callers (within Senegal): Dial 0 33 96x xx xx.
- International callers: Dial your country's exit code, then +221 33 96x xx xx.
For example, to call a Thiès landline from the United States, you would dial: 011 221 33 96x xx xx. From the United Kingdom: 00 221 33 96x xx xx.
Considerations for Businesses and Residents
Businesses operating in Thiès often use these numbers to establish a local presence. When marketing to international clients, it is essential to display the number in international format (+221 33 96x xx xx) to avoid confusion. Additionally, VoIP and mobile users should verify that their service provider supports calls to Senegalese geographic numbers, as international tariffs may apply.