Area Code 23 – Aden
The phone area code for Aden is 23 (international format +96723). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📍 Geographic Location of Aden
Overview of Yemen Area Code 23
Area code 23 is the geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to Aden, the largest city in southern Yemen and the country's former capital. Aden serves as a major commercial hub and port on the Gulf of Aden, and this code covers the city and its immediate metropolitan surroundings. The code is used for fixed-line telephone services connected to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) within this region.
Dialing Formats
When calling a fixed-line number in Aden from abroad, you must use the international format: +967 23 XXX XXX. The plus sign represents the international access prefix, 967 is Yemen's country calling code, 23 is the area code (without the leading trunk prefix '0'), and the subscriber number typically consists of six digits. For example, a local number such as 23 456 789 would be dialed as +967 23 456 789 from outside Yemen.
For domestic calls placed from within Yemen but outside the Aden area, you must first dial the trunk prefix 0, then the area code and subscriber number: 0 23 456 789. If you are calling from a landline within Aden itself, you may often omit the area code and simply dial the six-digit subscriber number, though this practice varies by operator and local dialing plans.
Geographic Coverage and Administration
Aden is the capital of the Aden Governorate, which includes several districts such as Al Buraiqeh (also known as Khor Maksar), Al Mansura, and Tawahi. The 23 code serves these urban and suburban areas, providing connectivity for residential, government, and business lines. As with other Yemeni geographic codes, the allocation follows the ITU-T E.164 recommendation, ensuring international interoperability.
Important Considerations for Callers
Due to the ongoing conflict in Yemen, telecommunication infrastructure may be subject to outages or changes. If you experience difficulties reaching a number in Aden, verify that you are using the correct international prefix for your country (e.g., 011 from the US, 00 from most European countries) and that the number is still in service. Mobile numbers in Yemen are non-geographic and begin with 7 (e.g., +967 7XX XXX XXX), so do not confuse them with fixed-line codes. Always confirm the correct number with the recipient to avoid misdialing.