This is the telephone area code for Sekong (Xekong), a southeastern province in Laos known for its diverse ethnic groups and rugged terrain.
How to Call Sekong from Overseas
- Dial your country's exit code (e.g., 00 or 011)
- Dial 856 (Laos country code)
- Dial the area code (38 - without the leading 0)
- Dial the local phone number
Example: Calling Sekong from Vietnam
00 856 38 123 456
Where:
00 = Vietnam exit code
856 = Laos country code
38 = Sekong area code (038 without the 0)
123 456 = Local phone number
Quick Facts
Sekong Province Coverage
The 038 area code covers the provincial capital and the high-altitude districts of the Bolaven Plateau:
Lamam District
The provincial capital and main administrative center
Tha Teng
Located on the Bolaven Plateau, famous for agriculture and coffee
Dak Cheung
High-altitude district bordering Vietnam, known for its wind farms
Kaleum District
Rugged northern district along the Sekong River
Southern Laos Area Codes
Common Exit Codes
Thailand
001
USA/Canada
011
UK/Europe
00
Australia
0011