Area Code 2840 – Aden

Overview of Area Code 2840

Area code 2840 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the Aden Governorate in the Republic of Yemen. Aden, the former capital and a major economic hub, is located on the Gulf of Aden. This code is used for fixed-line telephone services within the city and its surrounding districts, including Crater, Mualla, Tawahi, Khormaksar, and Sheikh Othman.

Dialing Formats

When calling a fixed-line number in Aden, the international dialing format is:

• International: +967 2 840 XXXX (from outside Yemen)
• Domestic (within Yemen): 02 840 XXXX (from other governorates)
• Local (within Aden): 840 XXXX (if local 7-digit dialing is supported; however, due to network changes, always use the full national number when in doubt)

For example, to call a number in Aden from the United States, you would dial: 011 967 2 840 XXXX. From the United Kingdom, dial 00 967 2 840 XXXX.

Geographic Coverage and Administration

The 2840 prefix is part of the 2 NDC range, which historically covers the southern governorates of Yemen. The Yemen Public Telecommunications Corporation (PTC) administers fixed-line services in this region. Aden's strategic location as a port city has made it a vital commercial center, and the 2840 code serves both residential and business customers, including government offices, banks, and trade organizations.

Caller Instructions

• Callers from outside Yemen: Dial your country's international access code (e.g., 011 from North America, 00 from most European countries), followed by Yemen's country code 967, then the area code 2 (without the leading 0), and the subscriber number starting with 840. The full international number is +967 2 840 XXXX.
• Callers from within Yemen but outside Aden: Dial 02 (the trunk prefix 0 plus the area code 2), then the subscriber number 840 XXXX.
• Callers within Aden: If you are dialing a number in the same exchange, you may be able to dial just the 7-digit subscriber number. However, to ensure successful connection, it is recommended to dial the full national number 02 840 XXXX.

Overlay and Numbering Considerations

Yemen's numbering plan has undergone changes to accommodate growing demand. While no overlay has been officially announced for Aden, the PTC has been expanding fixed-line capacity. Subscriber numbers under the 2840 prefix are typically 7 digits long (including the 840 portion). When porting or routing calls, it is essential to use the full international format to avoid misrouting.

For businesses operating in Aden, having a local 2840 number establishes a trusted presence in this key commercial area. For international partners, understanding the correct dialing procedure ensures seamless communication with clients and colleagues in Yemen's historic port city.