Area code 268
Area code 268 is the telephone area code in the North American Numbering Plan (NANP) for Antigua and Barbuda. The area code was activated on 1 April 1996, by division of numbering plan area 809 which used to comprise all Caribbean countries and Bermuda.[1] A permissive dialing period during which the old area code could still be used for existing telephone numbers was in effect for a period of one year until March 31, 1997. However, all new local exchanges created after the in-service date, could only be reached with the new area code.[1]
The area code digit sequence translates to ANT on a standard US alphanumeric telephone keypad, providing a mnemonic designation.
For local calling within in Antigua and Barbuda, seven-digit dialing is in effect. Calling to Antigua and Barbuda from NANP countries, such as the United States and Canada, requires dialing the long-distance trunk prefix 1 before the area code and local telephone number, which is the same calling procedure for calling from the country to other NANP countries. International dialing to other countries outside the NANP, requires the international dialing prefix 011 before country code and national telephone number.
See also
References
- ^ a b "NANP-Introduction of new 268 (Antigua and Barbuda) Numbering Plan Area (NPA)" (PDF). Bellcore (NANPA). 1996-03-26. Retrieved 2023-08-29.
| North: Atlantic Ocean | ||
| West: 664, 869 | 268 | East: Atlantic Ocean |
| South: 664, country code 590 in Guadeloupe | ||
| Montserrat area codes: 664 | ||
| Saint Kitts and Nevis area codes: 869 | ||
17°03′N 61°48′W / 17.050°N 61.800°W
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