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Area Code 657 – Al Baidha

The phone area code for Al Baidha is 657 (international format +967657). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.

Current Local Time
03:37:50
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Full Dialing Format
+967657
Population 2,621,000
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Admin Region Al Hudaydah
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Elevation 12m
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GPS Coordinates 15.5004, 42.5083
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📍 Geographic Location of Al Baidha

Overview of Yemen's Geographic Numbering Plan

Yemen's national numbering plan adheres to the ITU-T E.164 recommendation, with country calling code +967. Geographic area codes are assigned to specific governorates, and the national significant number (NSN) typically consists of 9 digits after the country code, including the area code. The prefix 657 is the National Destination Code (NDC) for Al Baidha governorate, a region located in central Yemen.

Al Baidha: Geographic Coverage and Dialing Formats

The 657 area code serves the entire Al Baidha governorate, including its capital city, also named Al Baidha, and surrounding districts. This is a geographic allocation, meaning the code is tied to a physical telephone exchange or service area.

For local callers within Yemen, the number is dialed as a 9-digit national number: 657 XXX XXX. Note that a trunk prefix '0' is used when dialing from within Yemen, so the full national dialing format is 0 657 XXX XXX. For international callers, the format is +967 657 XXX XXX (or 00967 657 XXX XXX from many countries).

Example: If a subscriber number is 1234567, a local call would be 0 657 1234567, and an international call would be +967 657 1234567.

Caller Instructions and Overlay Considerations

When calling from outside Yemen, always replace the leading '0' of the national number with the country code +967. For example, a call from the United States to Al Baidha would be dialed as 011 967 657 XXX XXX. From the UK, it would be 00 967 657 XXX XXX.

Currently, there is no overlay code for Al Baidha; the 657 code is unique to the region. However, due to network expansions, some numbers may be assigned to mobile services, but the geographic code remains primarily for fixed-line PSTN services. As of 2023, Yemen's telecommunication infrastructure is managed by the Public Telecommunication Corporation (PTC) for fixed lines, with mobile services operated by separate MNOs using non-geographic prefixes.

For callers within Yemen, if you are dialing from a mobile phone, you may need to include the '0' trunk prefix, depending on your operator's dialing plan. Always check with your service provider for any special dialing requirements.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the area code for Al Baidha in Yemen?
The area code for Al Baidha governorate in Yemen is 657. When dialing from outside Yemen, you would use +967 657 followed by the local subscriber number.
How do I call a landline in Al Baidha from abroad?
To call a landline in Al Baidha from abroad, dial your country's international access code (e.g., 011 from the US, 00 from most European countries), then Yemen's country code 967, then the area code 657, and finally the local number. For example, from the US: 011 967 657 XXX XXX.
Is 657 a mobile or fixed-line prefix?
The 657 prefix is a geographic area code assigned to fixed-line services in Al Baidha governorate. Mobile numbers in Yemen typically use non-geographic prefixes such as 73, 77, or 71.
Do I need to dial a trunk prefix when calling Al Baidha from within Yemen?
Yes, when calling from within Yemen, you need to dial the trunk prefix '0' before the area code. So the national dialing format is 0 657 XXX XXX.
What is the number length for Al Baidha landlines?
The national significant number (NSN) for Yemen is 9 digits, including the area code. For Al Baidha, the number format is 657 XXX XXX, where XXX XXX is the subscriber number.