Area Code 185 – Khartoum North
The phone area code for Khartoum North is 185 (international format +249185). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📍 Geographic Location of Khartoum North
Overview of Area Code 185 (Khartoum North)
Area code 185 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to Khartoum North (also known as Bahri), one of the three cities forming the greater Khartoum conurbation in Sudan. This code is part of the Sudanese national numbering plan, which follows ITU-T E.164 recommendations. The geographic area covered by this code includes the administrative districts of Khartoum North, including the industrial zones, residential neighborhoods, and the strategic confluence of the Blue and White Nile rivers. The code serves fixed-line PSTN subscribers within this defined geographic region.
Dialing Formats
When calling a landline in Khartoum North from within Sudan, the national format is used: dial 0 followed by the area code and the subscriber number. For example, a local number might be formatted as 0185-XXXXXX (where X represents the local subscriber digits). From abroad, callers must use the international format: dial the international access prefix (e.g., 00 from most countries), then Sudan's country code +249, followed by the area code without the leading zero, and the subscriber number. Thus, the same number would be dialed as +249 185 XXXXXX.
Caller Instructions
Local callers within Sudan should always include the trunk prefix 0 when dialing from a different area code. For example, a caller in Omdurman would dial 0185-XXXXXX. International callers must omit the leading zero and use +249 185 XXXXXX. It is important to note that Sudan has experienced changes in its numbering plan, and some older numbers may have been migrated. Always verify the current number length and dialing procedures with your service provider.
Geographic Significance
Khartoum North is a major industrial and commercial hub, hosting numerous factories, government institutions, and residential areas. The 185 code is essential for businesses and residents in this area, providing a distinct geographic identity. As with all geographic codes in Sudan, the code is tied to the physical location of the fixed line, and calls are routed via the PSTN. While VoIP services may be used, the number remains associated with the geographic region for regulatory and emergency services purposes.