879 Area Code

Area Code	879
State	Newfoundland and labrador
Country	Canada
Code Type	General Purpose Code
In Service	Yes
Timezone	Newfoundland Standard Time (NST)
Overlay Complex	709/879
Assignment Date	06-FEB-17
In Service Date	17-FEB-24
Area Code	879

What is the 879 Area Code?

Area code 879 is located in Newfoundland and labrador, within Canada, serving the region's residents and businesses. The 879 area code was first assigned in 06-FEB-17 and has been in service since 17-FEB-24.

The 879 area code is part of an overlay complex, which includes the area codes 709/879. These codes all serve the same geographic region.

Further Details on the 879 Area Code

Where is the 879 Area Code Located?

Area code 879 serves the entire state of Newfoundland and labrador in Canada, providing phone services to both residential and business users. It covers urban, suburban, and rural areas alike, ensuring reliable communication across the region.

What time zone is area code 879 in?

Area code 879 is located in the Newfoundland Standard Time (NST) time zone. This designation indicates the predominant time zone for calls made within this area code.

When was area code 879 assigned and put into service?

Area code 879 was officially assigned on 06-FEB-17, signifying its designation for use in telecommunications, and it became operational on 17-FEB-24, allowing callers to begin using this area code for their dialing needs.

Is the 879 Area Code Still Active?

Yes, the 302 area code is still active and in service. It is the primary area code for all landline and mobile phones registered in Delaware. There are no overlay codes currently in place for the state.

What are the dialing requirements for making calls with area code 879?

For local calls within area code 879, the required dialing pattern is 10D. For toll calls, you'll need to dial 1+10D , where "D" indicates the number of digits to dial. When calling foreign NPAs from area code 879, local calls require 10D, and toll calls use 1+10D.

Data Sources: NANPA Area Code, U.S. Area Code Map