Area Code 369

Area code 369 is one of the newest NANP area codes

Area code 369 is one of the most recently added codes in the North American Numbering Plan, in service since February 1, 2023. It is an overlay that shares its territory with 707, adding fresh numbers as those codes fill up. Existing numbers in the area keep their codes; only new phone lines may be issued a 369 number.

Because 369 is new and unfamiliar, some people are wary when it appears on caller ID and search for “who called me from 369?” An area code only shows where a number is registered, and any number can be spoofed — so a 369 call is not suspicious on its own. Judge each call by what it asks for, not the code. Is a call from 369 a scam?

FTC complaints involving 369 numbers

Numbers shown with area code 369 in the FTC's Do Not Call “Reported Calls” database (recent reporting window). Most common reported reasons: “Other”, “Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans)”, “No Subject Provided”.

Most-complained 369 numbers:

• (369) 216-6437 — 187 complaints
• (369) 216-6303 — 74 complaints
• (369) 216-6062 — 13 complaints
• (369) 203-9597 — 4 complaints
• (369) 206-9259 — 3 complaints

These are FTC Do Not Call complaints filed about specific numbers shown with this area code — frequently spoofed. The area code itself is not a scam. See the most-reported area codes and the most-reported phone numbers nationwide.

Frequently asked questions

Where is area code 369?

Area code 369 covers Santa Rosa and nearby cities including Vallejo, Fairfield, Vacaville in California, in the Pacific Time.

What cities use area code 369?

Area code 369 serves Santa Rosa, Vallejo, Fairfield, Vacaville, Napa, and 6 other communities in California.

What time zone is area code 369 in?

Area code 369 is in the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles).

How do you dial a 369 number?

Dial all 10 digits: 369 followed by the 7-digit local number. From abroad, dial +1 369 and the local number.

Is a call from area code 369 a scam?

A 369 number is geographically tied to California, but caller ID can be spoofed, so the displayed area code does not prove where a caller really is. If you did not expect the call, do not share personal information and consider looking the number up.

Is 369 a country code?

No. 369 is a US area code (a domestic 3-digit code), not a country code. The country (calling) code for the United States is +1, shared across the North American Numbering Plan. So a full 369 number written for international dialing looks like +1 369 followed by the 7-digit local number.