Area Code 219 – Plumtree
The phone area code for Plumtree is 219 (international format +263219). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📍 Geographic Location of Plumtree
Geographic Overview
The +263 219 area code is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the Plumtree region in Zimbabwe. Plumtree is a border town located in the Matabeleland North Province, near the Botswana border. The code covers Plumtree town and its surrounding rural areas, including communities such as Madlambuzi, Marula, and Nyamandlovu. This area is primarily served by fixed-line PSTN infrastructure, with limited mobile coverage from major MNOs.
Dialing Formats
When dialing a Plumtree fixed-line number from within Zimbabwe, subscribers must use the national trunk prefix '0' followed by the area code and the subscriber number. For example, to call a local number 2345678, you would dial 0219 2345678. From outside Zimbabwe, callers should use the international prefix (typically '00' or '+') followed by the country code 263, the area code without the leading '0', and the subscriber number: +263 219 2345678.
Caller Instructions
- Local callers within Zimbabwe can dial the 8-digit national number (0219 + 5-digit subscriber number) without any additional prefixes.
- International callers must replace the trunk prefix '0' with the country code +263, ensuring the area code is entered as 219 (without the leading zero).
- Mobile callers within Zimbabwe should note that calls to Plumtree fixed lines are charged at standard fixed-line rates, which may vary by operator.
Overlay and Numbering Considerations
Currently, there is no overlay code for the Plumtree area; the 219 code is exclusively used for this region. The subscriber number length is 5 digits, resulting in a total national significant number (NSN) length of 8 digits (excluding the trunk prefix). This structure aligns with ITU-T E.164 recommendations for Zimbabwe. As of 2025, no changes to the numbering plan have been announced, but subscribers should monitor updates from the Postal and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (POTRAZ) for any future modifications.
Practical Usage
Plumtree's geographic code is essential for businesses operating in the border region, facilitating trade and communication with Botswana. For international callers, it is crucial to use the correct format to avoid misrouting. Always verify the subscriber number length, as some numbers may have been migrated to VoIP services, but the geographic code remains unchanged.