Area Code 650 – Dhamar

Overview of Area Code 650 (Dhamar, Yemen)

Area code 650 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the Dhamar Governorate in the Republic of Yemen. It is part of the national numbering plan under the country calling code +967, as defined by ITU-T E.164. The code serves the city of Dhamar and its surrounding districts, including rural communities and administrative centers within the governorate. Dhamar is located approximately 100 kilometers south of the capital, Sana'a, and is known for its agricultural activity and historical significance.

Dialing Formats and Usage

When calling a landline in Dhamar from within Yemen, subscribers must dial the trunk prefix 0 followed by the area code and the subscriber's local number. The national significant number (NSN) for geographic numbers in Yemen is 9 digits, comprising the NDC (2 or 3 digits) and the subscriber number (6 or 7 digits). For Dhamar, the typical format is:

• National dialing (within Yemen): 0 650 XXX XXX
• International dialing (from abroad): +967 650 XXX XXX

For example, a local number in Dhamar might be 650 123 456. To call this number from Sana'a, you would dial 0 650 123 456. From outside Yemen, you would dial +967 650 123 456 (or the international prefix of your country, e.g., 00 from most European countries, followed by 967 650 123 456).

Geographic Coverage and Administrative Jurisdiction

The 650 area code covers the entire Dhamar Governorate, which is subdivided into several districts, including the city of Dhamar (the capital), and other major towns such as Ma'bar, Jahran, and Utmah. The code is used for fixed-line services provided by the national telecommunications operator, Yemen Public Telecommunications Corporation (PTC), as well as by licensed private operators offering PSTN services. The numbering area is geographically defined, and calls between different governorates require the trunk prefix and area code.

Overlay and Numbering Considerations

As of the latest ITU-T operational bulletin, Yemen has not implemented any overlay codes for Dhamar. The 650 code is exclusively used for geographic fixed-line services in the region. However, due to the ongoing telecommunications infrastructure development, some numbers may be routed over VoIP or other IP-based networks, but the geographic significance remains. Callers should note that the availability of fixed-line services in rural areas may be limited, and mobile networks are often used as an alternative.

Instructions for Callers

For local callers within Yemen, always include the trunk prefix 0 when dialing a number in Dhamar from another governorate. For international callers, omit the leading 0 and use the country code +967. Ensure that you have the correct number of digits after the area code; typically, the subscriber number is 6 digits, but some numbers may have 7 digits. If you encounter difficulties, verify the number with the local directory or the service provider.