Area Code 6253 – Starobesheve, Donetsk

Geographic Overview

The +380 6253 prefix is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the Starobesheve district in the Donetsk region of Ukraine. Starobesheve is an urban-type settlement located in the southeastern part of the country, within the historical Donbas area. The code covers the administrative territory of the Starobesheve Raion, including the settlement itself and nearby villages. The region is known for its coal mining heritage and industrial background.

Dialing Formats

When calling a landline in Starobesheve from within Ukraine, subscribers must dial the national trunk prefix 0, followed by the area code 6253 and the subscriber's 5-digit local number. The complete national format is: 0 6253 XX XX XX. For example, a local number 12345 would be dialed as 0 6253 12345 from any other region in Ukraine.

For international callers, the Ukrainian country code +380 replaces the trunk prefix, and the area code is dialed without the leading zero. The international format is: +380 6253 XX XX XX. Thus, the same number would be dialed as +380 6253 12345 from abroad.

Caller Instructions

• Local callers within Starobesheve: If you are calling from another landline within the same area code, you may often use the 5-digit subscriber number directly, depending on the local network configuration. However, for reliability, it is recommended to use the full national format.
• Callers from other regions of Ukraine: Dial 0 6253 followed by the local number. Ensure you include the trunk prefix '0'.
• International callers: Dial your country's international access code (e.g., 00 from most European countries, 011 from the US/Canada), then 380, then 6253, and the local number. Do not include the trunk prefix '0'.

Technical Considerations

This is a geographic number, meaning it is tied to a physical location and traditionally associated with fixed-line PSTN services. However, with the evolution of telecommunications, some numbers under this prefix may be routed over VoIP or IP-based networks, but the number remains geographically significant for emergency services and number portability. The Ukrainian regulator, the National Commission for State Regulation of Communications and Informatization, oversees the allocation of such codes.

As of recent years, the Donetsk region has experienced conflict and administrative changes, which may affect the actual availability and routing of services in some areas. Callers should be aware that network coverage and service availability may vary. Always verify the current status with your service provider if you encounter issues.