40
This is the telephone area code for Basra and surrounding areas in southern Iraq.
How to Call Basra from Overseas
- Dial your country's exit code (International Access Code)
- Dial 964 (Iraq country code)
- Dial the area code (40 - without the leading 0)
- Dial the local phone number
Example: Calling Basra from the United States
011 964 40 123 4567
Where:
011 = US exit code
964 = Iraq country code
40 = Basra area code (040 without the 0)
123 4567 = Local Basra phone number
Quick Facts
40
Area Code
+964
Country Code
8 digits
Local Number Length
00
Iraq Exit Code
Basra Area Code Coverage
The 40 area code covers Basra city and nearby districts in southern Iraq:
Basra City Center
Al-Ashar, Al-Tamiyah, Al-Qibla
Northern Basra
Al-Maqal, Al-Jumhuriya
Southern Basra
Al-Basra Al-Qadima, Al-Midaina
Western Basra
Al-Hartha, Al-Zubair outskirts
Eastern Basra
Shatt Al-Arab district, Al-Faw (partial)
Greater Basra Region
Qurna, Az Zubayr, Abu Al Khasib
Major Iraq Area Codes
Common Exit Codes for Calling Iraq
When calling Basra from these countries, use these exit codes:
United States
011
Australia
0011
European Union
00
Japan
010
China
00
Canada
011