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Area Code 473 – Lira

The phone area code for Lira is 473 (international format +256473). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.

Current Local Time
11:51:43
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Full Dialing Format
+256473
Population 119,323
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Admin Region Northern Region
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Elevation 1104m
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GPS Coordinates 2.2499, 32.8999
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📍 Geographic Location of Lira

Geographic Overview

The area code 473 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the city of Lira and its surrounding districts in the Northern Region of Uganda. Lira is the commercial and administrative hub of the Lango sub-region, serving as a major transit point for trade and agriculture. The code covers the urban center of Lira City, as well as neighboring towns and rural areas within the Lira District. As part of Uganda's national numbering plan, the code is used for fixed-line (PSTN) services, including traditional copper lines and fixed wireless connections.

Dialing Formats

When dialing a fixed-line number in Lira, the full national number is 10 digits long, including the leading trunk prefix '0'. The format is 0 473 XXX XXX (where X represents the subscriber number). For international callers, the country code for Uganda is +256, and the trunk prefix '0' is dropped. Thus, the international format becomes +256 473 XXX XXX.

  • Local call (within Uganda): 0 473 XXX XXX
  • International call (from abroad): +256 473 XXX XXX

For example, a typical landline number in Lira might be 0473 123 456 domestically, or +256 473 123 456 internationally.

Caller Instructions

If you are calling from within Uganda but outside the 473 area, you must dial the full national number including the trunk prefix '0'. If you are calling from a mobile phone within Uganda, you can dial the same national format. For international callers, always use the international access code of your country (e.g., 00 or +) followed by Uganda's country code and the area code without the leading '0'.

Overlay and Numbering Considerations

Currently, there is no overlay code for the Lira area; 473 remains the sole geographic code for this region. However, as Uganda's telecommunications sector evolves, the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) may introduce additional codes or renumbering schemes. Fixed-line numbers in Uganda are not portable across geographic areas, so a number with 473 will always be associated with the Lira region.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the international dialing format for a landline in Lira, Uganda?
To call a Lira landline from abroad, dial your country's international access code (e.g., 00 or +), then Uganda's country code 256, followed by the area code 473 without the leading '0', and the subscriber number. Example: +256 473 123 456.
How do I call a Lira number from a mobile phone in Uganda?
From any phone in Uganda, simply dial the full national number: 0 473 XXX XXX. This applies even if you are calling from a mobile network.
Is 473 a mobile prefix or a landline code?
473 is a geographic area code for fixed-line services in the Lira region. Mobile numbers in Uganda have their own prefixes (e.g., 77, 78, 70, 75) and are non-geographic.
Can I port a Lira landline number to another operator?
Fixed-line number portability is not widely available in Uganda. Geographic numbers are typically tied to the location and operator, so porting may not be possible. Contact your operator for specific options.
Are there any special charges for calling Lira from abroad?
International call rates depend on your service provider. Calls to Uganda are typically billed at international rates, which may vary. Check with your carrier for exact charges.