This is the telephone area code for Phonsavan, the capital city of Xieng Khouang Province in North-Central Laos.
How to Call Phonsavan from Overseas
- Dial your country's exit code (e.g., 001 for Thailand, 011 for USA)
- Dial 856 (Laos country code)
- Dial the area code (61 - without the leading 0)
- Dial the local phone number
Example: Calling Phonsavan from United Kingdom
00 856 61 123 456
Where:
00 = UK exit code
856 = Laos country code
61 = Phonsavan area code (061 without the 0)
123 456 = Local Phonsavan phone number
Quick Facts
Xieng Khouang Area Coverage
The 061 area code covers Phonsavan and several districts within the Xieng Khouang plateau:
Paek District
The district containing Phonsavan city and the Plain of Jars sites
Kham District
Known for its hot springs and proximity to the Vietnamese border
Nong Het
Key border district located on the main road to Vietnam
Khoun District
The former provincial capital (Old Xieng Khouang)
Phoukout
Mountainous region located to the northwest of Phonsavan
Mok May
A remote southern district of the province
Major Laos Area Codes
Common Exit Codes for Calling Laos
When calling Phonsavan from these countries, use these exit codes:
Thailand
001
Vietnam
00
United States
011
Australia
0011
Japan
010
European Union
00