This is the telephone area code for Suncheon and surrounding areas in South Jeolla Province (Jeollanam-do), South Korea.
How to Call Suncheon from Overseas
- Dial your country's exit code (International Access Code)
- Dial 82 (South Korea country code)
- Dial the area code (61 - without the leading 0)
- Dial the local phone number
Example: Calling Suncheon from the United States
011 82 61 123 4567
Where:
011 = US exit code
82 = South Korea country code
61 = Suncheon area code (061 without the 0)
123 4567 = Local Suncheon phone number
Quick Facts
Suncheon Area Code Coverage
The 061 area code covers Suncheon and much of South Jeolla Province:
Suncheon Bay Ecological Park
UNESCO-listed wetland reserve, famous for reed fields and migratory birds
Central Suncheon
City hall, downtown districts, traditional markets, and cultural centers
Historic Sites
Naganeupseong Folk Village (Joseon-era fortress town), Songgwangsa Temple
Green City Initiatives
Nationally recognized for eco-friendly urban planning and sustainability
Rural Agricultural Zones
Rice paddies, organic farms, and coastal fishing villages
Neighboring Towns
Yeosu, Gwangyang, Boseong - also partially served by the 061 area code
Major South Korea Area Codes
Common Exit Codes for Calling South Korea
When calling Suncheon from these countries, use these exit codes:
United States
011
Australia
0011
European Union
00
Japan
010
China
00
Canada
011