Area Code 70 – Mobile Network
The phone area code for Mobile Network is 70 (international format +4670). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
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Overview of Swedish Mobile Prefix 070
The Swedish national numbering plan, administered by the Swedish Post and Telecom Authority (PTS), allocates the prefix 070 as a non-geographic mobile service code. Subscribers assigned numbers beginning with +46 70 are reached via mobile networks, and the code is not tied to any specific city or region. Instead, it is distributed among multiple Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) and Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) operating in Sweden, including Telia, Tele2, Telenor, and their sub-brands. This means that a number starting with 070 does not reveal the caller's physical location, and users may be anywhere in the country.
Swedish mobile numbers, including those under 070, follow the E.164 international format with a total length of 9 digits after the country code. The national significant number (NSN) is composed of the prefix (70) followed by seven additional digits, resulting in a format like 070-XXX XX XX. When dialed locally within Sweden, the leading '0' is used: 070-XXX XX XX. For international callers, the country code +46 replaces the leading zero, yielding +46 70 XXX XX XX. For example, a typical 070 number might be +46 70 123 45 67.
Dialing Instructions
- Within Sweden: Dial 070-XXX XX XX (using the trunk prefix 0).
- From abroad: Dial your international exit code, then 46, then 70 XXX XX XX (omit the leading 0). For instance, from the US you would dial 011 46 70 123 45 67.
Number Portability and Routing
Sweden implemented full mobile number portability (MNP), allowing subscribers to retain their 070 numbers when switching operators. Consequently, the prefix 070 no longer indicates a specific carrier; routing is determined by a central number portability database. This is important for businesses and individuals who rely on 070 numbers for contact, as the operator associated with the number may change over time.
From a technical standpoint, 070 numbers are used for both voice and SMS/MMS services. They support standard mobile features such as roaming, international calling, and data services. For enterprises, 070 numbers are often used for customer contact, and they are fully integrated into the PSTN and mobile networks, ensuring reliable connectivity.
When contacting a 070 number from a landline or mobile within Sweden, standard call charges apply, which may vary depending on the caller's operator and subscription plan. International callers should be aware that calls to Swedish mobile numbers may incur higher tariffs than calls to geographic numbers, depending on their home operator's rate structure.