Area Code 826

Area code 826 is one of the newest NANP area codes

Area code 826 is one of the most recently added codes in the North American Numbering Plan, in service since June 14, 2022. It is an overlay that shares its territory with 540, adding fresh numbers as those codes fill up. Existing numbers in the area keep their codes; only new phone lines may be issued a 826 number.

Because 826 is new and unfamiliar, some people are wary when it appears on caller ID and search for “who called me from 826?” An area code only shows where a number is registered, and any number can be spoofed — so a 826 call is not suspicious on its own. Judge each call by what it asks for, not the code. Is a call from 826 a scam?

FTC complaints involving 826 numbers

Numbers shown with area code 826 in the FTC's Do Not Call “Reported Calls” database (recent reporting window). Most common reported reasons: “Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans)”, “Other”.

Most-complained 826 numbers:

• (826) 232-2860 — 7 complaints
• (826) 202-8081 — 3 complaints
• (826) 252-2775 — 3 complaints
• (826) 252-2627 — 3 complaints
• (826) 252-2216 — 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 826?

Area code 826 covers Pearisburg and nearby cities including Roanoke, Harrisonburg, Blacksburg in Virginia, in the Eastern Time.

What cities use area code 826?

Area code 826 serves Pearisburg, Roanoke, Harrisonburg, Blacksburg, Cave Spring, and 3 other communities in Virginia.

What time zone is area code 826 in?

Area code 826 is in the Eastern Time (America/New_York).

How do you dial a 826 number?

Dial all 10 digits: 826 followed by the 7-digit local number. From abroad, dial +1 826 and the local number.

Is a call from area code 826 a scam?

A 826 number is geographically tied to Virginia, 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 826 a country code?

No. 826 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 826 number written for international dialing looks like +1 826 followed by the 7-digit local number.