Phone Numbers in Ukraine

Quick Reference

• Country: Ukraine
• Country Code: +380
• International Prefix: 00
• National Prefix: 0

Overview

Discover the comprehensive details of Ukraine's telephone numbering plan, including formats, dialing procedures, and infrastructure updates. This guide is essential for telecom professionals, developers, and system administrators seeking accurate and current information on Ukraine's telecommunications framework.

Numbering Plan Structure

Ukraine's telephone numbering plan adheres to the ITU-T E.164 standard, managed by the National Commission for the State Regulation of Communications and Informatization (NCCIR). The structure is as follows:

General Structure

• Country Code: +380
• Area/City Code: 1-2 digits (for landlines)
• Mobile Network Code: 2 digits (for mobile numbers)
• Subscriber Number: 7 digits

Number Format Examples

• Landline: +380 XX XXXXXXX
• Mobile: +380 XX XXXXXXX
• Toll-Free: +380 800 XXXXX
• Premium Rate: +380 900 XXXXX

Detailed Number Formats

Type	Format	Example	Description
Landline	+380 [3-6][X] XXXXXXX	+380 44 1234567	Regional codes (e.g., 44 for Kyiv) followed by 7-digit number.
Mobile	`+380 [39	50	6[36-8]
Toll-Free	+380 800 XXXXX	+380 800 12345	Toll-free numbers with the 800 prefix.
Premium Rate	+380 900[239] XXXXX	+380 900 12345	Premium rate services with the 900 prefix.

Regular Expressions for Number Validation

• Landline: ^\+380[3-6][0-9]{1}\d{7}$
• Mobile: ^\+380(39|50|6[36-8]|7[1-357]|9[1-9])\d{7}$
• Toll-Free: ^\+380800\d{5}$
• Premium Rate: ^\+380900[239]\d{5}$

Dialing Procedures

Domestic Dialing

• Landline to Landline: Dial the national prefix 0 followed by the area code and the subscriber number. Example: 0 44 1234567.
• Landline to Mobile: Dial the national prefix 0 followed by the mobile network code and the subscriber number. Example: 0 67 1234567.
• Mobile to Mobile: Dial the national prefix 0 followed by the mobile network code and the subscriber number. Example: 0 67 1234567.

International Dialing

• Outgoing from Ukraine: Dial the international prefix 00, followed by the country code, area code (if applicable), and the subscriber number. Example: 00 1 202 5550123 (for a call to the USA).
• Incoming to Ukraine: Dial the Ukraine country code +380, followed by the area code or mobile network code and the subscriber number. Example: +380 44 1234567.

Recent Changes to the Numbering Plan

There have been no significant changes to Ukraine's numbering plan recently. However, the NCCIR regularly reviews the plan to accommodate growing demand.

Number Portability

Ukraine supports Mobile Number Portability (MNP), allowing subscribers to retain their mobile numbers when switching between operators. This process is regulated by NCCIR to promote competition in the telecom market.

Major Telecom Operators and Number Ranges

Operator	Mobile Network Codes
Kyivstar	67, 68, 96, 97, 98
Vodafone Ukraine	50, 66, 95, 99
Lifecell	63, 73, 93

ITU-T Recommendations

Ukraine follows ITU-T Recommendation E.164 for its numbering plan, ensuring international compatibility and efficient call routing.

Number Allocation and Management

The NCCIR is responsible for phone number allocation and management in Ukraine, ensuring fair distribution among operators and meeting consumer and business needs.

Technical Restrictions and Special Cases

• Golden Numbers: Memorable numbers (e.g., 7777777) may be sold at a premium.
• Number Blocking: Certain number ranges may be restricted for specific regions or services.

Technical Considerations for Developers

Number Validation

Implement accurate validation using regular expressions to handle Ukrainian phone numbers. Ensure your system can differentiate between landline, mobile, toll-free, and premium rate numbers.

Number Formatting

Store and display all phone numbers in the international format (+380 XX XXXXXXX) for consistency and global compatibility.

Handling Number Portability

Ensure your system can manage the transfer of numbers between operators without service disruption.