Area Code 258 – Furudal
The phone area code for Furudal is 258 (international format +46258). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📞 Exchange Codes (NXX) for Area Code 258
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📍 Geographic Location of Furudal
Geographic Significance and Coverage
The Swedish area code 0258 is a geographic destination code assigned to the Furudal region, located within the administrative boundaries of Ovanåker Municipality in Gävleborg County (Gävleborgs län). This numbering area encompasses the central part of the municipality, including the main locality of Furudal and its surrounding rural settlements. As a geographic code, 0258 is tied to the PSTN (Public Switched Telephone Network) and is used for fixed-line services, although many subscribers may have migrated to VoIP-based alternatives while retaining their original numbers.
Dialing Formats and Procedures
When calling a Furudal number from within Sweden, the national trunk prefix 0 must be dialed before the area code. The complete national format is 0258-XXXXX, where the subscriber number typically consists of five digits. For example, a local number might appear as 0258-12345. From abroad, callers must use Sweden's country calling code +46, drop the leading trunk prefix, and dial +46 258 12345. Note that the area code is 258 in international format (without the leading zero).
Caller Instructions
- Local callers within the 0258 area may sometimes omit the area code when dialing other numbers in the same exchange, but for clarity and consistency, it is recommended to always include the full national number.
- Domestic callers from other parts of Sweden must dial 0258 followed by the subscriber number.
- International callers should replace the leading zero with the international access code (e.g., 00 from most European countries) and then dial 46 258 followed by the local number.
Numbering Plan and Overlays
Sweden's numbering plan is regulated by the Swedish Post and Telecom Authority (PTS). Geographic area codes are assigned hierarchically, and the 0258 area does not currently have an overlay code. Subscriber numbers within this area are typically five digits long, but due to number portability, a number with the 0258 prefix may be served by a different operator or even used for non-geographic services. However, the tariff structure remains based on the geographic origin of the call.
Practical Usage
Businesses and residents in Furudal rely on this code for local communication. For enterprises, having a geographic number enhances local presence and trust. When dialing from a mobile phone, the same rules apply; however, mobile operators may treat calls to geographic numbers as part of inclusive minutes or charge a standard rate. Always verify with your service provider for exact charges.