This is the telephone area code for Tanta and the Gharbia Governorate, located in the heart of the Nile Delta.
How to Call Tanta from Overseas
- Dial your country's exit code (International Access Code)
- Dial 20 (Egypt country code)
- Dial the area code (40 - without the leading 0)
- Dial the local landline number (usually 7 digits)
Example: Calling Tanta from United Arab Emirates
00 20 40 333 0000
Where:
00 = UAE exit code
20 = Egypt country code
40 = Tanta area code (040 without the 0)
333 0000 = Local Tanta phone number
Quick Facts
Tanta Area Code Coverage
The 40 (040) area code covers major urban and agricultural centers within the Gharbia Governorate:
Tanta City
Governorate capital and home to the Ahmad Al-Badawi Mosque
El Mahalla El Kubra
Major industrial city known for its massive textile industry
Kafr El Zayat
Industrial and commercial hub on the Rosetta branch of the Nile
Zefta
Historic city located on the Damietta branch of the Nile
Samanoud
Ancient city with significant historical and textile roots
Basyoun
Agricultural center in the northern part of the governorate
Major Egypt Area Codes
Common Exit Codes for Calling Egypt
When calling Tanta from these countries, use these exit codes:
Saudi Arabia
00
United States
011
Kuwait
00
Jordan
00
United Kingdom
00
Canada
011