Area codes in Virginia Beach, Virginia

Virginia Beach, Virginia uses 2 area codes — 757 and 948. The main Virginia Beach area code is 757.

Area codes serving Virginia Beach

Phone numbers in Virginia Beach are written as ten digits — for example (757) 555-0190 — and fall in the Eastern Time zone.

How Virginia Beach came to have 2 area codes

The original Virginia Beach area code is 757, in service since 1996. As the area ran low on available numbers, an overlay code was added over the same region for new phone lines: 948 (2022). Existing numbers kept their original code — an overlay never forces anyone to change their number — which is why Virginia Beach now uses all 2 codes and every local call is dialed with ten digits.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the area code for Virginia Beach?

The main area code for Virginia Beach, Virginia is 757. Virginia Beach is now served by 2 area codes in total: 757, 948.

How many area codes does Virginia Beach have?

Virginia Beach has 2 area codes: 757, 948.

Why does Virginia Beach have more than one area code?

As Virginia Beach used up the numbers available in its original area code (757, in service since 1996), additional "overlay" codes were added over the same area so new phone numbers could keep being assigned.

How do you dial a Virginia Beach number?

Dial all 10 digits — the area code (757 or 948) followed by the 7-digit local number. From abroad, dial +1, then the area code and number.

Sourced from the official NANPA (North American Numbering Plan Administrator) numbering database, current as of August 2, 2026. Refreshed monthly.