This is the telephone area code (DDD) for Joao Pessoa and the entire state of Paraiba.
How to Call Joao Pessoa from Overseas
- Dial your country's exit code (International Access Code)
- Dial 55 (Brazil country code)
- Dial the area code (83)
- Dial the local phone number (8 or 9 digits)
Example: Calling Joao Pessoa from United Kingdom
00 55 83 9XXXX XXXX
Where:
00 = UK exit code
55 = Brazil country code
83 = Joao Pessoa area code
9XXXX XXXX = Local mobile number
Quick Facts
Joao Pessoa Area Code Coverage
The 83 area code covers the capital Joao Pessoa and all cities in the state of Paraiba:
Coastal Districts
Tambaú, Cabo Branco, Manaíra, Bessa, Ponta do Seixas
City Center
Centro Histórico, Jaguaribe, Torre, Epitácio Pessoa
Metropolitan Area
Cabedelo, Santa Rita, Bayeux, Conde
Campina Grande
The largest city in the interior of Paraiba and industrial hub
Sertão Region
Patos, Sousa, Cajazeiras, Pombal
Northern Coast
Lucena, Rio Tinto, Baía da Traição
Nearby Northeast Area Codes
Common Exit Codes for Calling Brazil
When calling Joao Pessoa from these countries, use these exit codes:
United States
011
European Union
00
Australia
0011
Japan
010
Canada
011
China
00