042
This is the telephone area code for Lahore and surrounding areas in Punjab, Pakistan.
How to Call Lahore from Overseas
- Dial your country's exit code (International Access Code)
- Dial 92 (Pakistan country code)
- Dial the area code (42 - without the leading 0)
- Dial the local phone number (typically 8 digits)
Example: Calling Lahore from the United States
011 92 42 123 4567
Where:
011 = United States exit code
92 = Pakistan country code
42 = Lahore area code (042 without the 0)
123 4567 = Local Lahore phone number
Quick Facts
042
Area Code
+92
Country Code
8-digit
Dialing Format
00
Pakistan Exit Code
Lahore Area Code Coverage
The 042 area code covers Lahore city and nearby towns in central Punjab:
Lahore City Centre
Gulberg, Model Town, DHA, Anarkali, Mall Road
North Lahore
Wagah, Shalimar Town, Township
South Lahore
Kot Lakhpat, Ichra, Samanabad
West Lahore
Ferozepur Road, Garden Town, Sabzazar
East Lahore
Walton, Ravi Town, Nishtar Colony
Greater Lahore
Kasur (partial), Sheikhupura (partial), Chunian
Major Pakistan Area Codes
Common Exit Codes for Calling Pakistan
When calling Lahore from these countries, use these exit codes:
United States
011
Australia
0011
European Union
00
Japan
010
China
00
Canada
011