Area Code 26 – Abyan
The phone area code for Abyan is 26 (international format +96726). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📍 Geographic Location of Abyan
Geographic Overview
The +967 26 area code is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the Abyan Governorate in the Republic of Yemen. Abyan is located in the southern coastal region of the country, bordered by the Gulf of Aden to the south, and its administrative capital is Zinjibar. The code covers both the capital and other districts within the governorate, including Khanfir, Lawdar, and Mudiyah. As with all Yemeni landline numbers, the +967 26 prefix is used for fixed-line PSTN services, typically provided by the national incumbent operator, Yemen Public Telecommunications Corporation (PTC).
Dialing Format
To call a landline in Abyan from abroad, dial the international access prefix (e.g., 00 or +), followed by Yemen's country code 967, then the area code 26 (without the leading zero), and finally the subscriber's 6-digit local number. The complete international number format is: +967 26X XXXX (where X represents the local digits). For example, a local number in Zinjibar might be dialed as +967 26 123 456.
When calling from within Yemen, you must include the trunk prefix '0' before the area code. Thus, the national dialing format is: 0 26 X XXXX. For instance, from Sana'a to Abyan, you would dial 026 123 456. Note that the leading '0' is only used for domestic calls and is not part of the international number.
Caller Instructions
For international callers: replace the '+' with your country's exit code (e.g., 011 from the US, 00 from most European countries) and then dial 967 26 followed by the local number. Ensure you omit the initial '0' of the area code.
For domestic callers: always dial '0' before the area code when calling from a different governorate. If you are calling from within Abyan itself, you may be able to use 7-digit local dialing (26X XXXX) depending on the local network configuration, but using the full national format is always safe.
Important Considerations
Yemen's telecommunications infrastructure has been affected by the ongoing conflict, so service availability and call routing may be subject to disruptions. Additionally, some mobile numbers in Yemen may be mistakenly associated with geographic codes, but +967 26 is exclusively for fixed-line services. For the most current dialing procedures, consult your service provider or the local telecom authority.