What Are Landline Area Codes in the Philippines?
Landline area codes in the Philippines are 1 to 2-digit numbers used before dialing a landline number in a different city or province. They help route your call to the correct region.
If you’re calling from:
- The same area: no need for the code
- A different area: add the area code
- Mobile to landline: include area code even if local
- Overseas to PH landline: use +63 + area code + landline number
Example: From Manila to Cebu — dial (032) 123-4567
Complete List of Landline Area Codes in the Philippines
Here’s a full list of Philippine area codes by region and province:
Metro Manila (NCR)
| Location | Area Code |
|---|---|
| All cities | 2 |
Luzon
| Province/City | Area Code |
|---|---|
| Baguio City | 74 |
| Benguet Province | 74 |
| Pangasinan | 75 |
| La Union | 72 |
| Ilocos Norte | 77 |
| Ilocos Sur | 77 |
| Nueva Ecija | 44 |
| Tarlac | 45 |
| Zambales | 47 |
| Pampanga | 45 |
| Batangas | 43 |
| Cavite | 46 |
| Laguna | 49 |
| Quezon Province | 42 |
| Bataan | 47 |
| Bulacan | 44 |
| Rizal | 2 |
Visayas
| Province/City | Area Code |
|---|---|
| Cebu | 32 |
| Bohol | 38 |
| Negros Occidental | 34 |
| Iloilo | 33 |
| Leyte | 53 |
| Samar | 55 |
| Aklan | 36 |
| Capiz | 36 |
Mindanao
| Province/City | Area Code |
|---|---|
| Davao City | 82 |
| Cagayan de Oro (Mis. Or.) | 88 |
| Bukidnon | 88 |
| Zamboanga City | 62 |
| General Santos City | 83 |
| Cotabato Province | 64 |
| Agusan del Norte | 85 |
| Surigao del Norte | 86 |
Calling from a mobile phone:
- Always include the area code
- Example: (032) 555-1234
Calling from overseas:
- Dial: +63 + area code (without 0) + landline number
- Example: From abroad to Manila: +63 2 8888 1234
Tips to Remember
- Metro Manila, Rizal, and some nearby cities all use area code 2
- Always check for updates from your telco (PLDT, Globe, etc.)
- Area codes are important when calling landlines only, not mobile numbers
- Mobile phone numbers in the Philippines start with 09xx or +639xx
FAQs
Do mobile numbers have area codes?
No. Mobile numbers have prefixes, not area codes. Area codes apply to landlines only.
Why is Metro Manila’s area code “2” only?
Metro Manila is the country’s capital region and uses a shorter 1-digit area code for high call volumes.
Are there new landline codes?
Area codes rarely change. But contact your telecom provider (PLDT, Globe, etc.) to stay updated.
Can I call landlines using mobile data apps?
Yes, if you’re using VoIP apps like Viber, Messenger, or Skype, but the area code is still needed.
Final Words
Knowing the correct landline area code in the Philippines can save time and avoid call errors. Whether you’re dialing across provinces or from abroad, this updated list helps you get connected faster.
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