Area code 268
Area code 268 is the telephone
The area code digit sequence translates to ANT on a standard US alphanumeric telephone keypad, providing a mnemonic designation.
The area code was activated on 1 April 1996, the country's independence day, by
For local calling 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.
Foreign NPA direct dialed toll calls must be prefixed by the digit 1 (1 + 10 digits) while operator-assisted calls require 0 (0 + 10 digits).
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 |