Area Code 566 – Soqatrah
The phone area code for Soqatrah is 566 (international format +967566). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
Geographic Overview
The +967 566 area code is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the Soqatrah region in Yemen. Soqatrah, also known as Socotra, is an archipelago in the Arabian Sea and the largest island of Yemen. The administrative center is Hadibu, which serves as the primary hub for telecommunications and public services. The area code covers the island's main settlements, including Hadibu, Qalansiyah, and surrounding villages.
Dialing Formats
To call a landline in Soqatrah, you must use the appropriate national or international dialing format. Within Yemen, subscribers dial the trunk prefix 0, followed by the area code 566, and then the local subscriber number (typically 6 digits). For example, a local call to a number in Hadibu would be dialed as:
- 0 566 XXX XXX (national format)
From abroad, callers must use Yemen's country calling code +967, omit the trunk prefix, and dial the area code and subscriber number:
- +967 566 XXX XXX (international format)
Calling Instructions
Local callers within Yemen should always include the trunk prefix '0' when dialing from a different area code. If you are physically within the Soqatrah area, you may be able to dial the subscriber number directly, but it is safer to use the full national format to avoid routing errors.
International callers should replace the leading '0' with the country code +967. Ensure you have the correct international exit code for your country (e.g., 00 from most countries, 011 from North America) before dialing +967 566 XXX XXX.
Numbering Plan Considerations
Yemen's numbering plan follows ITU-T E.164 recommendations. Geographic area codes are allocated by the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Yemen. As of the latest updates, there is no overlay code for Soqatrah; the 566 code is exclusively used for this region. Subscriber numbers are typically 6 digits, making the total national significant number length 9 digits (excluding the trunk prefix).
Due to the island's remote location, telecommunication infrastructure may be limited compared to mainland Yemen. However, mobile and fixed-line services are available, and calls to Soqatrah are routed through the national PSTN. For VoIP or satellite calls, ensure your provider supports termination to Yemeni geographic numbers.