Virginia area codes: full list with cities and how to dial
Virginia has roughly 8.7 million residents, and its phone numbers are organized into 10 area codes under the North American Numbering Plan. Virginia is served by 10 active geographic area codes, anchored by 703 in the Virginia Beach area. Most Virginia metros now use overlays, so ten-digit dialing is standard. Every Virginia number is dialed as +1, then the three-digit area code, then a seven-digit local number. With Phonecall you can call any Virginia landline or mobile straight from your browser. There is no app to install, no SIM, and no subscription. You see the per-minute rate before you dial, billing is by the second, and your first call is free.
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10 active geographic area codes in service across Virginia.
| Area code | Primary cities and region | Example number |
|---|---|---|
| 703 | Northern Virginia: Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax (overlay of 703/571) | +1 (703) 555-0100 |
| 571 | Northern Virginia (overlay of 703) | +1 (571) 555-0100 |
| 804 | Richmond, Petersburg and eastern central Virginia (overlay of 804/686) | +1 (804) 555-0100 |
| 686 | Richmond and eastern Virginia (overlay of 804) | +1 (686) 555-0100 |
| 757 | Hampton Roads: Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Newport News (overlay of 757/948) | +1 (757) 555-0100 |
| 948 | Hampton Roads (overlay of 757) | +1 (948) 555-0100 |
| 540 | Roanoke, Fredericksburg, Harrisonburg and northwestern Virginia (overlay of 540/826) | +1 (540) 555-0100 |
| 826 | Roanoke and northwestern Virginia (overlay of 540) | +1 (826) 555-0100 |
| 434 | Charlottesville, Lynchburg and south-central Virginia | +1 (434) 555-0100 |
| 276 | Bristol, Martinsville and far southwestern Virginia | +1 (276) 555-0100 |
Example numbers use the reserved 555-0100 range and are for illustration only.
How to call Virginia from abroad
Every Virginia phone number is part of the +1 North American calling zone. To reach one from outside the United States, dial three parts in order:
- 1. Your exit code, then +1 — the US country code.
- 2. The three-digit area code — for example 703 for the Virginia Beach area.
- 3. The seven-digit local number.
Example, full international format:
+1 (703) 555-0100
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Why Virginia has multiple area codes
Most Virginia metros now use overlays, so ten-digit dialing is standard.
When a region runs low on available numbers, the phone system adds capacity in one of two ways. A split divides the old region geographically and gives part of it a brand-new area code. An overlay keeps the existing code and layers a second one on top of the same area, which is why a single city can have several area codes and why ten-digit dialing becomes the norm. Either way, the number you dial always stays the same length: +1, the area code, then seven digits.
10
active area codes
~8.7 million
residents (approx.)
Virginia Beach
largest city
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Virginia area codes: frequently asked questions
What is the main area code for Virginia Beach?
Virginia Beach, the largest city in Virginia, is primarily served by area code 703 (Northern Virginia: Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax (overlay of 703/571)). Virginia has 10 area codes in total, listed in full above.
How do I dial a Virginia number from another country?
Dial your international exit code, then +1 (the US country code), then the three-digit Virginia area code, then the seven-digit local number. With Phonecall you just enter the number in international format and we connect the call from your browser, from $0.03/min.
How many area codes does Virginia have?
Virginia currently has 10 active geographic area codes in service. Most Virginia metros now use overlays, so ten-digit dialing is standard.