Area Code 47 – Cherkasy
The phone area code for Cherkasy is 47 (international format +38047). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📍 Geographic Location of Cherkasy
Geographic Overview
The +380 47 area code is the National Destination Code (NDC) for the Cherkasy region of Ukraine, a geographic area located in the central part of the country along the Dnipro River. This code serves the administrative center of Cherkasy and the surrounding localities within the Cherkasy Oblast. The region is known for its agricultural output, food processing industries, and cultural heritage sites. As a geographic allocation, the 47 prefix is tied to the physical PSTN network infrastructure of the region, though some VoIP providers may offer numbers with this code for virtual presence.
Dialing Formats
For callers within Ukraine, the national trunk prefix '0' is used before the area code, resulting in the format: 0 47 XX XX XXX (where X represents the subscriber number digits). For example, a local number might be dialed as 047 234 5678 from other parts of Ukraine. International callers must use the country code +380, followed by the area code without the leading '0', and the subscriber number: +380 47 XX XX XXX. For instance, an international caller would dial +380 47 234 5678 to reach a fixed-line subscriber in Cherkasy.
Local Numbering Structure
Subscriber numbers within the 47 area code typically consist of 7 digits, making the total national significant number (NSN) length 9 digits when including the area code (excluding the trunk prefix). The numbering plan follows the ITU-T E.164 recommendation, ensuring global interoperability. The Cherkasy region does not currently have an overlay code, so the 47 code is exclusively used for geographic numbers in this area. However, number portability allows subscribers to retain their numbers when changing operators, which may result in a number with a 47 prefix being served by a different network.
Caller Instructions
For local callers within the Cherkasy region, it is common to dial only the 7-digit subscriber number for local calls, depending on the specific operator's dialing plan. However, for clarity and consistency, using the full national format is recommended. For callers from other regions of Ukraine, always include the trunk prefix '0' and the area code. For international callers, always use the plus sign (+) or the international access prefix of your country, followed by 380, the area code 47, and the subscriber number. Be aware that calls to geographic numbers are typically charged at standard fixed-line rates, which may vary depending on the caller's operator and the destination.