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Area code 838

Where the 838 area code is, its overlay and how to dial a +1 838 number from anywhere.

CoversNew YorkTime zoneEastern (ET)TypeOverlay
Quick answer

The 838 area code is in New York, United States (Eastern (ET)). To call from abroad: +1 838 555-0123. It is an overlay, so all 10 digits are dialled.

StateNew York
Time zoneEastern (ET)
TypeOverlay
10-digit dialingRequired
In service since16-Sep-2016

The 838 area code is a geographic North American Numbering Plan (NANP) code covering New York. It has been in service since 16-Sep-2016 and sits in the Eastern (ET) time zone.

Overlay 838 shares its region

Several area codes cover the same geographic area, so two neighbours can have different codes. Because of the overlay, you must dial all 10 digits (area code + number) even for local calls.

838518

How to dial a 838 number

From abroad+1 838 555-0123
Within the US / Canada1 838 555-0123
Locally (same area)838 555-0123

Other New York area codes

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the 838 area code?

The 838 area code is in New York, United States (Eastern (ET)).

Is 838 an overlay area code?

Yes. 838 overlays the same region as 518, so callers dial all 10 digits.

Do I have to dial 10 digits for 838?

Yes — dial the area code plus the seven-digit number.

How do I call a 838 number from another country?

Dial your exit code (or +), then 1, then 838, then the number: +1 838 555-0123.

Source: NANPA numbering plan. An area code covers a region, not a precise address — a 838 number does not pinpoint a street or ZIP code.

Missed a call from +1 838?

In the 30 days to September 24, 2026, 315 unwanted calls showing a 838 number were reported to the US Federal Trade Commission, 83% of them recorded messages or robocalls. That puts 838 at #278 of 670 area codes reported.

Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans)166
Other90
Calls pretending to be government, businesses, or family and friends23
Warranties & protection plans3
Before you call back
  • If you do not know anyone in New York, do not call back: a genuine caller will leave a message or send a text.
  • Scammers fake the number shown on caller ID, so a 838 number can hide a caller anywhere in the world.
  • Never give a code received by text or a bank detail to an unknown caller. In the US, calls can be reported at reportfraud.ftc.gov.

Who issues +1 838 numbers

Phone companies hold blocks of numbers in each area code. The main holders in 838:

Onvoy, LLC- Ny 53Fractel, LLC 33Onvoy Spectrum, LLC 20New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC 17Coretel New York, Inc. 16Peering Hub, Inc. 14

About 9.9% of the 242 prefixes in use belong to mobile carriers: a 838 number is often a cell phone, and it may have moved to another carrier since.

Sources: FTC Do Not Call reported calls (numbers as reported by consumers, not verified), NANPA central office code assignments.

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