Area Code 639 – Dhamar
The phone area code for Dhamar is 639 (international format +967639). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📍 Geographic Location of Dhamar
Overview of Area Code 639 (Dhamar, Yemen)
Area code 639 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the Dhamar Governorate in the Republic of Yemen. Dhamar is located in the central highlands, approximately 100 kilometers south of the capital, Sana'a, and serves as an important agricultural and administrative hub. The code is used for fixed-line telephone services within the governorate, including the city of Dhamar and its surrounding districts.
Dialing Formats
When calling a fixed-line number in Dhamar from within Yemen, subscribers must dial the trunk prefix 0, followed by the area code 639 and the subscriber's 7-digit local number. The national dialing format is:
0 639 XXX XXXX
For international callers, the country calling code for Yemen is +967. The leading trunk prefix '0' is dropped, and the area code is used directly after the country code. The international format is:
+967 639 XXX XXXX
For example, a local call to a number in Dhamar would be dialed as 0639 123 4567, while an international caller would dial +967 639 123 4567.
Geographic Coverage and Administration
The 639 area code covers the entire Dhamar Governorate, which is subdivided into several districts, including the capital city of Dhamar, as well as the towns of Ma'bar, Utmah, and Jahran. The code is administered by the Public Telecommunication Corporation (PTC) of Yemen, the state-owned operator responsible for fixed-line services. As of the latest numbering plan, there are no overlay codes or additional area codes assigned to this region, meaning 639 remains the sole geographic code for the governorate.
Caller Instructions
Local callers within Yemen must always include the trunk prefix '0' when dialing a Dhamar number, even if they are calling from within the same area code. This is a standard requirement in Yemen's national dialing plan.
International callers should replace the trunk prefix with the country code +967 and omit any leading zeros. Ensure you have the correct international exit code for your country (e.g., 00 from most countries, or 011 from the United States) before dialing +967.
It is important to note that Yemen's telecommunications infrastructure has been affected by ongoing conflict, and service availability may vary. Always verify the number with the recipient or use alternative communication methods if necessary.