Area Code 6250 – Kirovske, Donetsk

Geographic Overview

The +380 6250 dialing prefix is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the town of Kirovske (also referred to as Kirovs'k) in the Donetsk Oblast of eastern Ukraine. This code is part of the national numbering plan administered by the Ukrainian State Centre of Radio Frequencies (UCRF) under the framework of ITU-T E.164. Kirovske is a small urban-type settlement located approximately 30 kilometers northeast of Donetsk city, within the Donetsk–Makiivka metropolitan area. The region has been affected by the ongoing conflict in eastern Ukraine, which may impact the availability and routing of fixed-line services.

Dialing Formats

For callers within Ukraine, the national trunk prefix '0' is used before the area code. The full national significant number (NSN) is 10 digits, formatted as 0 6250 XX XX XX (where X represents the subscriber number). For example, a local number might be 0 6250 3 45 67.

For international callers, the country code +380 is used, followed by the area code without the leading '0'. The international format is +380 6250 XX XX XX. For instance, dialing the same number from abroad would be +380 6250 3 45 67.

Geographic Allocation and Coverage

The 6250 code is a geographic code, meaning it is tied to a specific physical location. It covers the town of Kirovske and its immediate administrative surroundings. The Donetsk region is known for its coal mining and industrial heritage, and Kirovske is no exception, with a history tied to mining operations. The code is used for fixed-line PSTN services, and as with other Ukrainian geographic codes, it may also be used for VoIP services that are registered to a physical address in the area.

Caller Instructions

• Local callers (within Kirovske): If you are calling from a number within the same area code, you may be able to dial just the subscriber number (XX XX XX) in some cases, but it is safer to dial the full national format 0 6250 XX XX XX to avoid issues with number portability.
• National callers (from other regions of Ukraine): Dial 0 6250 XX XX XX.
• International callers: Dial your country's exit code (e.g., 00, 011) followed by 380 6250 XX XX XX.

Overlay and Numbering Considerations

As of the latest available data, there is no overlay code for the 6250 area. The Donetsk region has multiple area codes, and the Ukrainian numbering plan allows for number portability between fixed-line operators, meaning that a subscriber may retain their number even if they switch providers. However, due to the conflict, some fixed-line infrastructure may be damaged or under different administrative control, which could affect service availability.

When dialing from abroad, always check with your service provider for any specific requirements. For travelers or businesses, it is advisable to have alternative contact methods, as connectivity in the region can be unpredictable.