This is the telephone area code for Tongyeong, a breathtaking port city in South Gyeongsang Province known for its maritime heritage, lacquerware, and the scenic Hallyeosudo Waterway.
How to Call Tongyeong from Overseas
- Dial your country's exit code (e.g., 011 for USA/Canada, 00 for UK/Europe)
- Dial 82 (South Korea country code)
- Dial the area code (55 - without the leading 0)
- Dial the local phone number
Example: Calling Tongyeong from the UK
00 82 55 123 4567
Where:
00 = UK exit code
82 = South Korea country code
55 = Tongyeong area code (055 without the 0)
123 4567 = Local Tongyeong phone number
Quick Facts
Tongyeong Area Code Coverage
The 55 area code covers Tongyeong City and the wider Gyeongsangnam-do region:
Gangan-hang Port
The cultural heart of the city featuring the Turtle Ships and the Jungang Market
Mireuk-do Island
Home to the Hallyeosudo Viewing Ropeway (Cable Car) and scenic Skyline Luge
Dongpirang Wall Painting Village
The famous hilltop colorful mural village overlooking the harbour district
Hansando Island
Historical island district famous for Admiral Yi Sun-sin's naval headquarters
Gyeongsangnam-do
Also serves Changwon, Jinju, Gimhae, and Geoje
Major South Korea Area Codes
Common Exit Codes for Calling South Korea
When calling Tongyeong from these countries, use these exit codes:
United States
011
United Kingdom
00
Australia
0011
Japan
010
China
00
Canada
011