Area Code 3262 – Lviv

Geographic Overview

The +380 3262 prefix is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the Lviv region of western Ukraine, specifically serving the administrative district centered on the city of Lviv. As part of the national numbering plan under the ITU-T E.164 standard, this code routes calls to fixed-line PSTN subscribers within a defined local exchange area. The region is one of Ukraine's most significant cultural and economic hubs, with Lviv being a major urban center and a popular tourist destination.

Dialing Formats

To call a fixed-line number in the Lviv area, international callers must use the full international format: +380 3262 XXX XXX (where X represents the subscriber's local number digits). For example, a local Lviv number might be dialed as +380 3262 123 456 from abroad. Within Ukraine, callers dial the national trunk prefix 0 followed by the area code and subscriber number: 0 3262 123 456. When dialing locally within the same exchange, the area code may be omitted, but this practice is becoming less common due to number portability and overlay considerations.

Geographic Allocation and Overlays

The 3262 code is a geographic allocation, meaning it is tied to a specific physical region. However, with the rise of VoIP and number portability, subscribers may retain their numbers even if they relocate. The Lviv region does not currently have an overlay code, so the 3262 prefix remains the primary geographic code for the area. Callers should be aware that some numbers may be assigned to VoIP providers, but the geographic association remains for administrative and routing purposes.

Caller Instructions

For local callers within Ukraine, always include the trunk prefix 0 when dialing from a different city or mobile network. For international callers, replace the trunk prefix with the country code +380. Ensure you have the correct number of digits: the full national significant number (NSN) for this code is 9 digits (including the leading 0 for national dialing, but excluding the +380). For example, the international format is +380 3262 XXX XXX, which totals 9 digits after the country code.

When calling from a mobile phone, the same international format applies. If you encounter issues, verify the number length and that you are not omitting any digits. The Lviv region is well-covered by both fixed-line and mobile networks, ensuring reliable connectivity.