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Area Code 6853 – Al Baidha

The phone area code for Al Baidha is 6853 (international format +9676853). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.

Current Local Time
07:26:30
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Full Dialing Format
+9676853
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

Geographic Overview

The +967 6853 area code is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the Al Baidha Governorate in the Republic of Yemen. Al Baidha is located in the central highlands of the country, approximately 200 km southeast of the capital Sana'a. The code serves the administrative capital Al Baidha City as well as surrounding districts such as Az Zahir, Ash Sharyah, and Wald Rabi'. As with all Yemeni fixed-line numbers, this code is used exclusively for PSTN (Public Switched Telephone Network) services, including landlines and fixed wireless terminals.

Dialing Formats

To call a subscriber in Al Baidha from within Yemen, dial the trunk prefix 0 followed by the area code and the subscriber number. The national format is: 0 6853 XXX XXX (where X represents the 6-digit local number). For international callers, the country code +967 replaces the trunk prefix, so the international format becomes: +967 6853 XXX XXX. Note that the leading '0' is not dialed when calling from abroad.

Example Calls

  • Local call (within Yemen): 0 6853 123 456
  • International call (from outside Yemen): +967 6853 123 456

When dialing from a mobile phone in Yemen, the same national format applies. If you are using a VoIP service, always use the international format with the +967 country code.

Regulatory and Technical Notes

Yemen's numbering plan is administered by the General Authority for Telecommunications and Information Technology (GATIT) under the Ministry of Telecommunications. The 6853 code is part of the 68xx range allocated for fixed-line services in the central region. Subscriber numbers are 6 digits long, making the total length of a national significant number (NSN) 9 digits (excluding the trunk prefix). There are no known overlay codes for Al Baidha; the 6853 code is unique to this governorate. As of 2023, Yemen's fixed-line penetration is limited, and many subscribers rely on mobile networks, but the 6853 code remains active for government offices, businesses, and residential landlines.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How do I call a landline in Al Baidha, Yemen from the United States?
Dial the US international prefix 011, then Yemen's country code 967, followed by the area code 6853 and the 6-digit local number. For example, 011 967 6853 123 456.
What is the length of a Yemeni landline number in Al Baidha?
In international format, the number consists of the country code +967, the area code 6853, and a 6-digit subscriber number, totaling 10 digits after the plus sign (e.g., +967 6853 123 456).
Is the 6853 area code used for mobile phones in Yemen?
No, the 6853 code is a geographic area code assigned to fixed-line services in Al Baidha Governorate. Mobile numbers in Yemen use separate non-geographic prefixes, such as 73x, 77x, 71x, and 70x.
Do I need to dial the trunk prefix '0' when calling Al Baidha from within Yemen?
Yes, when calling from within Yemen, you must dial '0' before the area code. For example, 0 6853 123 456. The '0' is not included when dialing from abroad.
Are there any alternative area codes for Al Baidha due to overlay or number exhaustion?
As of now, there is no overlay or alternative area code for Al Baidha. The 6853 code is the only geographic code assigned to this governorate. If you encounter difficulties, verify the number with the local directory.