Area Code 57 – Bandarawela, Badulla
The phone area code for Bandarawela, Badulla is 57 (international format +9457). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📍 Geographic Location of Bandarawela, Badulla
Geographic Coverage and Administrative Context
The +94 57 country and area code combination is assigned to the geographic region of Bandarawela and Badulla, located in the Uva Province of Sri Lanka. This area code covers the administrative districts of Badulla, including the town of Bandarawela, which serves as a key commercial and transport hub in the central highlands. The region is known for its tea estates and scenic landscapes, and the telephone service is provided by Sri Lanka Telecom (SLT) and other licensed operators.
Dialing Formats and Number Structure
When calling a fixed-line subscriber in the Bandarawela/Badulla area from within Sri Lanka, the national trunk prefix '0' is used, followed by the area code '57' and the subscriber's seven-digit local number. The complete national dialing format is: 0 57 XXX XXXX. For international callers, the country code +94 is used, and the leading '0' of the national prefix is omitted. The international format is: +94 57 XXX XXXX. For example, a local call to a number in Bandarawela would be dialed as 057 123 4567, while an international caller would dial +94 57 123 4567.
Geographic Significance and Overlays
This area code is geographically specific, meaning that the number is tied to a physical exchange in the Bandarawela/Badulla region. There are no overlay codes currently in effect for this area, so the 57 code is exclusively used for fixed-line services in this region. Callers should be aware that while mobile numbers in Sri Lanka also begin with '07' (e.g., 071, 072, etc.), the 57 code is strictly for fixed lines and is not used for mobile services.
Caller Instructions
For local callers within Sri Lanka, when dialing a Bandarawela/Badulla number from another fixed line or mobile, simply dial the national format: 057 XXX XXXX. If you are calling from outside Sri Lanka, you must first dial your country's international access code (e.g., 00 or 011), followed by Sri Lanka's country code 94, and then the area code 57 without the leading zero. For example, from the United States, you would dial 011 94 57 XXX XXXX. From the United Kingdom, you would dial 00 94 57 XXX XXXX.
It is important to note that international call rates may vary depending on your service provider, and some VoIP services may require a different format. Always check with your telecom operator for the most accurate dialing instructions.