Area Code 916 – Jörn
The phone area code for Jörn is 916 (international format +46916). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📞 Exchange Codes (NXX) for Area Code 916
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📍 Geographic Location of Jörn
Geographic Overview
The Swedish area code 916 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the locality of Jörn, situated in the Västerbotten County in northern Sweden. This region falls under the jurisdiction of the Swedish Post and Telecom Authority (PTS), which administers the national numbering plan in accordance with ITU-T E.164 recommendations. The code serves the fixed-line PSTN and VoIP services within the Jörn exchange area, covering the town itself and surrounding rural communities.
Dialing Formats and Usage
When calling a subscriber within Sweden, the national trunk prefix 0 must be dialed before the area code. For example, to reach a local number in Jörn from another Swedish region, you would dial: 0 916 XXX XXX. The complete national significant number (NSN) length is 9 digits, comprising the area code (3 digits) and the subscriber number (6 digits).
For international callers, the Swedish country code +46 replaces the leading zero. Thus, the international format becomes: +46 916 XXX XXX. When dialing from abroad, the trunk prefix is omitted, and the plus sign indicates the international access code (e.g., 00 from most European countries).
Local and Regional Significance
Jörn is a small locality known for its historical railway connections and proximity to the Skellefteå River. The 916 area code is essential for businesses, public services, and residents in this sparsely populated area, ensuring reliable fixed-line connectivity. The region's telecommunications infrastructure supports both traditional copper lines and modern fiber-optic broadband, with VoIP services increasingly common.
Overlays and Number Portability
As of the current numbering plan, there are no overlay codes for the 916 area, meaning that the code is exclusively used for Jörn and its immediate vicinity. Subscribers may retain their numbers when switching providers, thanks to local number portability, which applies to both fixed and mobile services. However, geographic numbers are generally tied to the physical location, and their use for nomadic VoIP services may be subject to operator policies.
Caller Instructions
- Local callers within Jörn: dial the 6-digit subscriber number directly (if using a local exchange) or the full national format 0 916 XXX XXX.
- National callers from other Swedish regions: dial 0 916 XXX XXX.
- International callers: dial your country's exit code, then 46 916 XXX XXX (without the leading zero).
Always verify the subscriber number length, as some older lines may have fewer digits. For accurate billing and routing, confirm the correct number with the recipient.