This is the telephone area code for Colombo and surrounding areas in Western Province, Sri Lanka.
How to Call Colombo from Overseas
- Dial your country's exit code (International Access Code)
- Dial 94 (Sri Lanka country code)
- Dial the area code (11 - without the leading 0)
- Dial the local phone number
Example: Calling Colombo from United States
011 94 11 2 345 678
Where:
011 = United States exit code
94 = Sri Lanka country code
11 = Colombo area code (011 without the 0)
2 345 678 = Local Colombo phone number
Quick Facts
Colombo Area Code Coverage
The 011 area code covers Colombo and surrounding areas in Western Province:
Colombo Fort
Central Business District, Pettah, World Trade Center
Colombo 1-15
Main city postal zones including Cinnamon Gardens, Bambalapitiya
Mount Lavinia
Southern coastal suburb, beach area, hotels
Dehiwala
Residential and commercial suburb, National Zoo
Ratmalana
Residential area, airport zone, industrial area
Greater Colombo
Kaduwela, Maharagama, Kesbewa, Kotikawatta
Major Sri Lanka Area Codes
Common Exit Codes for Calling Sri Lanka
When calling Colombo from these countries, use these exit codes:
United States
011
Australia
0011
European Union
00
India
00
China
00
Singapore
001