Phone Codes of Northern and Southern Cyprus

Kuzey Kıbrıs Telefon Kodu

Since Cyprus is divided both geographically and politically, phone codes also differ between the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) and the Greek Cypriot Administration of Southern Cyprus (GCASC). In this article, we explain the entire code system including landline and mobile codes, international dialing, and operator prefixes with practical examples. Whether you're calling Turkey from the TRNC or trying to reach a real estate agent in Nicosia from Turkey, knowing the correct phone code is essential. We’ll cover all phone codes, operator prefixes, landline and mobile numbers, and international calling scenarios in detail.

📌 TRNC International Dialing Code: +90 392

Northern Cyprus is integrated into Turkey’s telecom system. Therefore, international calls use the country code +90 and area code 392.

Calling from abroad: +90 392 XXX XXXX
Calling from Turkey: 0 392 XXX XXXX

📱 TRNC Mobile Operators and Codes

1. Kuzey Kıbrıs Turkcell (Northern Cyprus Turkcell)

  • Code: 533
  • Format: +90 533 XXX XXXX

2. KKTC Vodafone (Telsim)

  • Code: 542
  • Format: +90 542 XXX XXXX

📞 Calling Turkey from Northern Cyprus

Calls to Turkish landline and mobile numbers are dialed like domestic long-distance calls. For example:

Istanbul landline: 0 212 XXX XXXX
Mobile (Turkcell): 0 532 XXX XXXX

📞 Calling Northern Cyprus from Turkey

When calling Northern Cyprus from Turkey, use “0 392” for landlines, and “0 533” or “0 542” for mobile lines.

Sabit hat: 0 392 XXX XXXX  
Turkcell: 0 533 XXX XXXX  
Vodafone: 0 542 XXX XXXX

🌐 Southern Cyprus (GCASC) Phone Code: +357

The Republic of Cyprus (GCASC) is a member of the European Union and has its own international dialing code: +357

  • Landline Example: +357 22 XXX XXX
  • Mobile Line Examples: +357 99 XXX XXX, +357 96 XXX XXX

📌 Note: It is technically not possible to call the Republic of Cyprus (GCASC) directly from Northern Cyprus (TRNC).

📍 City-Based Landline Codes in TRNC

City / RegionArea Code
Lefkoşa22X
Gazimağusa36X
Girne82X
Güzelyurt71X
İskele37X
Lefke72X

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

📌 Why is Northern Cyprus's phone code +90?

Because the TRNC is not internationally recognized as an independent country, it uses Turkey’s telecommunications infrastructure.

📌 How to save a TRNC number on WhatsApp?

To add a Northern Cyprus number, use Turkey’s country code (+90) followed by the local mobile code and number. Format: +90 533 XXX XXXX

Can phones in Southern Cyprus be called from the TRNC?

No. Direct calling is not possible; international operators or internet-based solutions (VoIP) are required.

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The most reliable way to communicate in Cyprus is by knowing the correct phone codes and operator structures. Whether you're calling a real estate agent or a friend, this guide will ensure your calls go smoothly.

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